Houston N-400 Filers

[RomFad 2]

So updated on N400 and i751 interview or interview in general. Most of them are getting canceled. Mine was scheduled for the second time and cause of COVID-19. It got canceled.and will be rescheduled at later time. It’s not know when. 
 

also it’s for almost all scheduled visits at this time. Unless it’s an emergency. 

[Spam Hill 10]

Based on marriage, eligibility date was yesterday.

 

Submitted today

Day 0: March 23rd 2020

 

[Henry357 70]

my i-751 was approved Tuesday.   Still waiting on N-400 approval 118 days after the interview. 

[dwheels76 5,468]

1 hour ago, Henry357 said:

my i-751 was approved Tuesday.   Still waiting on N-400 approval 118 days after the interview. 

Oh wow congratulations.  So you had combo interview 118 days ago?

We had combo interview 37 days ago.

Suppose to be sent a N-14. Still waiting on that. Hoping they just approve.  

[Henry357 70]

8 minutes ago, dwheels76 said:

Oh wow congratulations.  So you had combo interview 118 days ago?

We had combo interview 37 days ago.

Suppose to be sent a N-14. Still waiting on that. Hoping they just approve.  

The IO said nothing of the ROC during the interview and she made my wife stay outside.  

[Henry357 70]

On 4/3/2020 at 8:55 AM, Henry357 said:

The IO said nothing of the ROC during the interview and she made my wife stay outside.  

I got N400 approval and green card production alert for the ROC yesterday.   

 

My congressmen has been really good, he updated me on the approvals before USCIS did on both cases.  Based on their replies it sounds like his office was pushing them. 

 

I also got the I-751 NOA2 today and it came from the national benefits center in Lee's Summit, MO.  I am thinking the delay was that my I-751 was sitting there. 

[dwheels76 5,468]

3 minutes ago, Henry357 said:

I got N400 approval and green card production alert for the ROC yesterday.   

 

My congressmen has been really good, he updated me on the approvals before USCIS did on both cases.  Based on their replies it sounds like his office was pushing them. 

 

I also got the I-751 NOA2 today and it came from the national benefits center in Lee's Summit, MO.  I am thinking the delay was that my I-751 was sitting there. 

That's really great. At least you will have 10 year card to have no more extension letter until all this madness is over.

I'm hoping not to get a congressman involved. It's only been 37 days. I just want either approval or send the blasted N-14 so a decision can be made.

[Henry357 70]

2 minutes ago, dwheels76 said:

That's really great. At least you will have 10 year card to have no more extension letter until all this madness is over.

I'm hoping not to get a congressman involved. It's only been 37 days. I just want either approval or send the blasted N-14 so a decision can be made.

Also my case really points out the risk of doing a combo.  I was 2 months away from getting my I-751 approved after the CSC transferred to Nebraska; now I waited 4 months extra on the N-400 side plus all the stress of the cases being stuck in a blackhole and the extra time with no physical green card.  I don't mind waiting in line for my turn but blackholes are stressful as you think there might be a problem. 
 

Yes, I am very happy having the physical green card coming as we wait for the oath.  No one understands that letter and it is written in a confusing way.  A mortgage company refused to accept it so i had to go with our bank, the SSA would not take it to remove the work authorization print off my card and i couldn't use the automated machines or GE for immigration.  Plus CBP would send me into secondary 10-20% of the time.  I can't imagine having to renew your driver's licence or explain to an employer.   

 

 

 

[dwheels76 5,468]

On 4/4/2020 at 2:02 PM, Henry357 said:

Also my case really points out the risk of doing a combo.  I was 2 months away from getting my I-751 approved after the CSC transferred to Nebraska; now I waited 4 months extra on the N-400 side plus all the stress of the cases being stuck in a blackhole and the extra time with no physical green card.  I don't mind waiting in line for my turn but blackholes are stressful as you think there might be a problem. 
 

Yes, I am very happy having the physical green card coming as we wait for the oath.  No one understands that letter and it is written in a confusing way.  A mortgage company refused to accept it so i had to go with our bank, the SSA would not take it to remove the work authorization print off my card and i couldn't use the automated machines or GE for immigration.  Plus CBP would send me into secondary 10-20% of the time.  I can't imagine having to renew your driver's licence or explain to an employer.   

 

 

 

yes the lack of education of those that should know these documents is scary. Well congrat's to you. Well hubby got the 1 year stamp good till next January so we shall see what happens in the coming months.

I would think all officers would get the cases that just need evidence or some other things and no interview like us. Even though updated evidence seems so futile at this point like good grief.

[dwheels76 5,468]

Well Glory Hallelujah. Just got the update at 3:15 today April 7th.
Our I-751 was approved and card produced and being mailed. And N-400 Approved and "Oath Ceremony Will Be Scheduled".
Thank God. Guess she changed her mind about the N-14 and let it go.

Very happy couple right now.

[Ashcar 12]

7 hours ago, dwheels76 said:

Well Glory Hallelujah. Just got the update at 3:15 today April 7th.
Our I-751 was approved and card produced and being mailed. And N-400 Approved and "Oath Ceremony Will Be Scheduled".
Thank God. Guess she changed her mind about the N-14 and let it go.

Very happy couple right now.

Congratulations! Really exciting news!

[dwheels76 5,468]

Hopefully all cities will do oaths like weekly to get caught up once we are back in business. Houston's oaths are 1 a month and can be 3000 to 5000 people. Long as it's before October 1st so hubby can register to vote will be wonderful.

 

Fingers crossed everyone stay safe and healthy wear your mask.

Edited April 13, 2020 by dwheels76

[dwheels76 5,468]

Has anyone who's interview was cancelled got a reschedule letter or a letter like some in Pittsburgh, VA are getting? I made a post about it.
Just curious about Houston right now of course.

Dear Naturalization Applicant:

The USCIS Pittsburgh Field Office is preparing for the day when we resume naturalization oath ceremonies. That date has not been set. But USCIS staff members are contacting applicants and legal representatives to identify naturalization candidates who are able to attend oath ceremonies as quickly as possible. The oath ceremony dates will be set with relatively short notice: within a few days, in some cases. Applicants will be chosen according to their willingness to maintain contact with USCIS Pittsburgh via email.

Please note that these applicants are those who have already been deemed ready to attend an oath ceremony.

Please also note that USCIS staff and visitors will be required to adhere to all appropriate social distancing and hygiene protocols.

A date for oath ceremonies has not yet been set. But we are preparing to continue our service to the public. We respectfully ask that everyone understand that COVID-19 requires that we all remain flexible. Communication will be essential to the success of this ad hoc process. We will contact you when a date is set for resuming ceremonies.

Again, please note that during this process, USCIS staff and the public must take all precautions to maintain social distancing and proper, anti-viral hygiene.

If you can attend an oath ceremony at USCIS’ Pittsburgh Office on short notice, please respond to this email at your earliest convenience.

[Hamido 7]

14 hours ago, dwheels76 said:

Has anyone who's interview was cancelled got a reschedule letter or a letter like some in Pittsburgh, VA are getting? I made a post about it.
Just curious about Houston right now of course.

Dear Naturalization Applicant:

The USCIS Pittsburgh Field Office is preparing for the day when we resume naturalization oath ceremonies. That date has not been set. But USCIS staff members are contacting applicants and legal representatives to identify naturalization candidates who are able to attend oath ceremonies as quickly as possible. The oath ceremony dates will be set with relatively short notice: within a few days, in some cases. Applicants will be chosen according to their willingness to maintain contact with USCIS Pittsburgh via email.

Please note that these applicants are those who have already been deemed ready to attend an oath ceremony.

Please also note that USCIS staff and visitors will be required to adhere to all appropriate social distancing and hygiene protocols.

A date for oath ceremonies has not yet been set. But we are preparing to continue our service to the public. We respectfully ask that everyone understand that COVID-19 requires that we all remain flexible. Communication will be essential to the success of this ad hoc process. We will contact you when a date is set for resuming ceremonies.

Again, please note that during this process, USCIS staff and the public must take all precautions to maintain social distancing and proper, anti-viral hygiene.

If you can attend an oath ceremony at USCIS’ Pittsburgh Office on short notice, please respond to this email at your earliest convenience.

Hi Dwheels, did uscis send you this E-mail because I am waiting my oath to be scheduled 

thank you for your reply 

[dwheels76 5,468]

On 5/2/2020 at 7:26 AM, Hamido said:

Hi Dwheels, did uscis send you this E-mail because I am waiting my oath to be scheduled 

thank you for your reply 

No in a Facebook group I am in for N400's this was for Pittsburgh folks. But some in group from VA also got it. Hopefully Houston is soon.