N-400 July 2020 Filers (merged)

[LaughingBuddha 64]

Hi July filers, 

 

Did anyone file it by paper? I filed it by paper and when I received the Notice 797C today, it shows my case number starting with IOE...., I wonder is this the same for other paper filers? I am under impression that only online filer would receive IOE case number. Thank you!  

PS: I also receive another notice instructing me how to sign up an online account to add my case on it, it seems that USCIS trying hard to move all cases online in the near future.

[Scandi 4,143]

1 hour ago, LaughingBuddha said:

Hi July filers, 

 

Did anyone file it by paper? I filed it by paper and when I received the Notice 797C today, it shows my case number starting with IOE...., I wonder is this the same for other paper filers? I am under impression that only online filer would receive IOE case number. Thank you!  

PS: I also receive another notice instructing me how to sign up an online account to add my case on it, it seems that USCIS trying hard to move all cases online in the near future.

IOE is for petitions that CAN be filed online, even if you choose not to.

[madisonsquare 9]

On 7/16/2020 at 4:39 PM, cyanmavi said:

Are you using https://my.uscis.gov/?

You can see all your cases with more information there.

I see it now, thanks.

it says "Estimated wait time: 6 days ".  Does that mean I will get my fingerprint appointment in 6 days? 

[biaobiao 40]

How does the n400 NOA looks like? What would it say? 

[Abhijit Chitnis 2]

Found this 2020 Annual report by DHS online that details out the N400 backlog and how USCIS is handling the surge. Thought it would be a useful read to everyone here - 

 

https://www.dhs.gov/sites/default/files/publications/20_0630_cisomb-2020-annual-report-to-congress.pdf

 

Admins - Repost elsewhere if not relevant.

[LaughingBuddha 64]

15 hours ago, Scandi said:

IOE is for petitions that CAN be filed online, even if you choose not to.

I just realize you've answered multiple questions for me. Thank you!!!

[rodeo 11]

With the closure of USCIS field offices from mid March to early June 2020, I think Naturalization Process will gonna be a long wait...

[Edgarm 1]

Hello everyone! My lawyer sent the package yesterday July 24, now I  nervous because my case is complicated, is someone applying for the 5 years?

[delish 29]

5 minutes ago, Edgarm said:

Hello everyone! My lawyer sent the package yesterday July 24, now I  nervous because my case is complicated, is someone applying for the 5 years?

🙋🏻‍♂️

[Islnd_gal 2]

I went the same route as well because my case has complexities

[Edgarm 1]

9 minutes ago, Islnd_gal said:

I went the same route as well because my case has complexities

in the interview they will ask many questions about marriage?

[Islnd_gal 2]

From what I have read from others experience, they will, especially if your applying based on marriage. They can inquire about anything in you application. 

[Sartre 123]

On 7/20/2020 at 9:47 PM, delish said:

Anyone on the same boat as me? 11mos estimate. I am from East Bay Cali. I see other state has like 5 mos only.

Miami, Florida is showing 10 months.   There are many field offices  that take a long time compared to others...Let's hope that they don't take longer than 10 or 11 months.

[Sartre 123]

On 7/24/2020 at 3:17 PM, Abhijit Chitnis said:

Found this 2020 Annual report by DHS online that details out the N400 backlog and how USCIS is handling the surge. Thought it would be a useful read to everyone here - 

 

https://www.dhs.gov/sites/default/files/publications/20_0630_cisomb-2020-annual-report-to-congress.pdf

 

Admins - Repost elsewhere if not relevant.

Thank you for the posting the link.  These are the two most important takeaways from the report regarding naturalization requests.  The first quote is the problem of backlog: 

"

Simultaneously, USCIS attempts to balance processing times for its Forms N-400 and Forms I-485 workloads, and seeks to ensure that all field offices have similar processing times.43 However, the expanded interview requirements resulted in additional workloads that have impacted overall adjudication times.44" 

 

The second quote is the solution or for USCIS to adopt modern technology to remove the backlog: 

 

"

The resumption of in-person services and the continued need for social distancing presents USCIS with an opportunity to introduce video teleconferencing technology (VTC) into its naturalization process. In the short-term, VTC offers USCIS a legally permissible and operationally feasible solution for resuming interviews and oath-taking ceremonies while ensuring greater protections for its employees and applicants. In the long term, remote naturalization has the potential to increase efficiencies,creating long-term solutions for better balancing workloads and overcoming resource constraints."

 

Contact your political representatives and insist that USCIS adopt a more streamlined interview and oath taking all in the same day. 

 

 

Edited July 26, 2020 by Sartre

[JB209 60]

Finally got around to post here and join the group. Filed by paper, IOE Receipt Number, OKC field office.

 

NOA1: July 16th, 2020

Estimated Completion Time: Feb 2021 (7 months)

Estimated Wait Time (AKA Bubble bursting time): 6 days