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N-400 and minor traffic violations
Dashinka replied to Fijoy's topic in US Citizenship General Discussion
I agree as a traffic stop does appear to count legally as being detained, so I would answer yes. The IO will review all those questions at the interview and you can confirm it was a traffic stop, but you did not get a ticket. -
A few general questions on the naturalization process
Dashinka replied to Fijoy's topic in US Citizenship General Discussion
As to traveling internationally after submitting the N400, that is fine, just make sure to update your updated travel history with the IO at your interview (they should ask). Good Luck! -
After K-1 Approved and arrival in US.
Dashinka replied to cirenebrown's topic in Social Security Numbers
Just to clarify, a K1 entrant can apply for an SSN anytime after arrival regardless of when the wedding takes place as long as the I94 is valid. Most recommend doing it with at least 2-3 weeks left on the I94 authorization. In my wife’s case, we got married 2 weeks after her arrival on a K1, and since we were so busy with the wedding prep, we went to the SSA about a week after the wedding (~3 weeks after her arrival) and we were fine except the SSN was issued using her name on her passport rather than the name she took from our marriage. She changed that after she got her GC in her new name. -
This is a somewhat common occurrence when petitioners send in both the IRS Tax transcripts and copies of tax forms. Usually for consulate processing the IRS official transcripts are preferred and there is no need to also send in copies of tax forms, but if tax forms are included, they need to include the forms as well as all W2’s/1099’s. As others have said, send in what is asked for. Good Luck!
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Applying for N400 during legal separation
Dashinka replied to justmarriedusciti's topic in US Citizenship General Discussion
I would consult with your divorce lawyers to see if applying for citizenship would help your divorce case, and possibly an immigration attorney, but based on your story, I don’t see any issue with applying under the 5 yr rule while the divorce is still ongoing. You can always update the case if the divorce is finalized while the N400 is finalizing. Good Luck! -
Merry Christmas to all!
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Exclusive Citizenship Act of 2025
Dashinka replied to Benny4352's topic in Current Events and Hot Social Topics
“Exceptionally flawed” is an understatement. -
The WH does not have the power to cancel the program. IMO, using this case as the reason to suspend DVs is a stretch. It seems this person had a proverbial screw loose, maintaining some sort of vendetta against the MIT professor for a very long time. I am not really sure anymore vetting of this guy would have turned anything up.
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Exclusive Citizenship Act of 2025
Dashinka replied to Benny4352's topic in Current Events and Hot Social Topics
95% of all the politics in DC or any other major capital around the world have no benefits, perceived or otherwise IMO. -
The only requirement for “consummation” is to be in person during or after the online ceremony. That can be done in public amongst others.
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Utah online marriages are recognized by USCIS and consulates, but as @SalishSea mentioned, you need to meet in person during or after the ceremony before you can file the I130 before those entities will recognize the marriage. I would def8nitely pursue the spousal visa option in this case, as I expect the K1’s may be impacted by the travel bans. Good Luck!
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Immigration reform has become the political football for both parties. Most of what is written is already at the discretion of either the DoS or DHS, so I think the 1% estimate of this becoming law is too high. Much like the dual citizen bill introduced and discussed in another thread, this seems like political theatre.
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Fortunately, for me at least, I am not a huge fan of ice cream. That wasn’t always the case, but back when I was a kid, my mom’s family ran a dairy processing business that also made ice cream, so I sort of overloaded on it. In the rare events I do partake, I tend toward the traditional such as French Vanilla, or Maple Nut, and we have a local dairy plant that makes a great variety. I also liked the ice cream in Russia, it is different somehow, and very good. I think it has more to do with how they freeze it.
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moving state before filing N400
Dashinka replied to steeeeve's topic in US Citizenship General Discussion
Thanks for providing this. So yes, affidavits of people that know her can be helpful, but as I said earlier, probably those that have known her the longest will carry more weight regardless of their place of residence. Also, you can add more as you establish more friendships in your new location. Good Luck! -
moving state before filing N400
Dashinka replied to steeeeve's topic in US Citizenship General Discussion
I am interested to understand where you are hearing affidavits of good moral character are now required for the N400? In general, I believe USCIS uses things like proper tax filings, lack of criminal activity, or not claiming to be a USC at anytime before becoming one to judge that aspect of an N400 petition. That being said if you wish to add these affidavits, I don’t think it matters where those people live, but rather the amount of time they have known your wife that would matter. Good Luck!
