OldUser

You get certificate on different day, the day of oath.

Clearly the screenshot shows certificate of naturalization was issued. It means they're already a citizen. It was a same day oath ceremony as the interview.

I think you explained this in great detail. I-130 is reviewed by USCIS, but passport is issued by DOS. If you search the web, you'll see examples when USCIS requested other proof of US citizenship than US passport. It's rare but it happens. Not saying it will be needed in OPs case for sure.

The new fees are effective April 1st.

I thought USCIS can ask for the certificate during the process on their discretion?

You're good. Take it easy!

No worries at all. Go ahead and get that job. As long as it's not related to gentlemen clubs / controlled substances, weapons or anything else tainting good moral character - you're fine.

You're a free person. It's totally fine to switch jobs! You can update the information at the interview. Don't even think twice, this won't affect your citizenship unless you're joining a cannabis plant or something like this. Are you moving states as part of job switch? If not, it's not an issue.

Get a certified copy. It's pretty cheap and easy to obtain. I don't know if a copy would be accepted 100%.

This is a pretty ordinary denial. You described it well in your own words. There's no way she can visit the US until she gets an immigrant visa.

Yes, put it in the Other Names Used. How come?

Put it in, it's printed on your naturalization certificate.

I strongly suggest getting one. You may be asked to present it by USCIS at other stages of your beneficiary's immigration process. It's also not uncommon to get asked for it when renewing US passport or getting benefits from SSA. Obtaining it takes time, the last thing you want is to be turned away in the future for not having it. It's a vital document, just like Birth Certificate.

Not a big deal. Half of the time message is never sent even if people include G-1145. It's either an issue with USCIS IT system or carriers block message as spam.

When exactly in February did you file? It can take 6 weeks to get a letter from USCIS. In terms of EAD card, it'll be probably September - November when receive it. If you were out of status when you filed, maybe even longer

It is less paperwork, since you won't have to prove the bonafide marriage. All the docs listed above are for 5 year rule. For 3 year rule you'd be providing documents proving your shared life with the spouse - bank statements of joint accounts, utilities in both names and many more. If you qualify to naturalize under 5 year rule, it's a no brainer, go for it.

Did you do anything proactive to get it?

That's normal. Can take few weeks for check to be cashed. 4-6 weeks to receive notice in the mail.

I think since you filed with divorce waiver it may take a bit longer for your case. I think 18 months is the minimum anybody should be ready for nowadays.

Only list trips since he became LPR

No, only GC is not sufficient. You need to bring your current and any expired passports you have, all EADs, Green Cards in posessession. Also bring state ID / DL. Marriage / divorce certificates, children's birth certificates (all listed on N-400). Any paperworks for convictions / fines if applicable. Bring the originals to the interview.

Yes, there is a difference. Free tax return transcripts downloadable from IRS website prove IRS got your information and acknowleged it. Usually it's shorter too, only few pages VS entire 1040s.

Why aren't you applying on 5 year rule as most of LPRs do? The bar is lower compared to 3 year rule. You need to send information for the past 5 years: tax return transcripts, trips outside of the US, addresses and employment.

Seems like you did everything right. Confirmation for I-865 can take 4-6 weeks. Just like any notice from USCIS.

A U.S. citizen living overseas and earning less than the foreign earned income exclusion amount should still file a U.S. tax return. Even if your income is below the exclusion threshold (which is $112,000 for 2023), the IRS requires U.S. citizens and resident aliens to report their worldwide income. This requirement applies regardless of where you live or where your income is earned.If your foreign earned income is below the exclusion amount, you may not owe any U.S. taxes, but you must still file Form 1040 and Form 2555 to claim the foreign earned income exclusion. Additionally, filing a return can help you establish a record of your earnings and protect your rights to social security benefits or other future claims.It's also important to note that there may be other filing requirements, such as reporting foreign bank and financial accounts (FBAR) if you have accounts that exceeded certain thresholds at any point during the year.