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https://www.ecfr.gov/current/title-8/chapter-I/subchapter-C/part-319/section-319.1 https://www.ecfr.gov/current/title-8/chapter-I/subchapter-C/part-316/section-316.5 It's worth quoting the definition of residence: "General. Unless otherwise specified, for purposes of this chapter, including § 316.2 (a)(3), (a)(5), and (a)(6), an alien's residence is the same as that alien's domicile, or principal actual dwelling place, without regard to the alien's intent, and the duration of an alien's residence in a particular location is measured from the moment the alien first establishes residence in that location." In other words, this is the place you sleep at night. The actual physical location. You cannot call your friend's address that place. In addition, don't forget, the burden of proof is on you. If your car is not registered at the address, if you don't pay the utility bills at the address, if your your and wife's IDs doesn't show this address (this is typically one of the first questions at the interview) - you're not going to have a smooth ride. This is why I highly recommend following the steps to ensure there's no denial: - Establish a firm physical address in the US - Get all the IDs, other evidence updated to that address - Live there for 3 months - Apply for N-400 I'm not a lawyer, but based on how I understand the law, your case will be in trouble if you don't take steps to overcome these potential issues. Good luck and keep us updated!

The problem is majority of banks use AI for fraud detection. And those systems rarely have any input until and unless there's open issue. Bank people on the phone can give you all reassurance they won't flag it, put a note etc. But half of the time it's a little lie to get you off the phone. Surely many people paid their fees just fine using CC. But there's so many reporting issues compared to using checks. The only issue with checks is when people use wrong amounts or don't have the funds in the account. And those reports pale in comparison to declined CC reports on VJ.

I'm not an expert in this field either. N-400 instructions say the applicant should reside for 3 months in a district or state before applying. My suggestion for OP is to: - Come back to the US - Pick one place for residence, file AR-11, and wait for 3 months. - File N-400 while living there - Naturalize while living there In my opinion, having friend's address doesn't help because USCIS is interested in physical address. If OP lived in RV moving around (no stable address) and now filing from overseas, I cannot see how the residence requirement is fullfiled.

When I waited for my work visa in 2016, I had a similar situation. I checked every 15-30 minutes. I think since embassies implemented some limits... Can she only check few times a day? No surprise here, as Manila is super busy.

How many times a day does she check? How far ahead does she check? These appointments sometimes open at random times, even through the night and early morning. Which embassy? How many times a day do you check? How far ahead does you check? These appointments sometimes open at random times, even through the night and early morning. Which embassy?

How did it go @DrZoidberg?

Just file when you're back in the US and reside for 90 days in one state. I'm not even sure if you can file N-400 overseas. My understanding is, it should be filed in the US. This will eliminate any potential issues with your current plan. Where do you pay state taxes?

Not unless she has issue with cognitive functions of brain or old enough.

+100 Here are some recent examples:

The easiest way to change name is when you naturalize. You probably qualify already or soon enough to file N-400 under 5 year rule.

I would have it but not offer / show it unless asked. Did you have kids in that marriage? Evidence related to supporting kids after divorce will be helpful in this case.

It's not a big deal as this estimate is never accurate. You can roll a dice and get a better prediction. Also check https://egov.uscis.gov/processing-times/

This is so if USCIS sends a letter it will reach her. Considering the alphabet is pretty much the same (less accent marks) as English, you either leave it blank altogether or spell it out. Either way I don't think this is super important. If she was from China, it would be another matter.

Self-employed / contractor and put all the details. Address - her home address unless she has an office.

Yes, you put your last employment in the first employer box with dates.

The form asks to complete these questions only if she's currently in the US. You leave them blank and continue answering question 39.

Seems like you separated in 2020, and about 1.5-2 years prior to that, in 2018 you removed conditions? You should be fine. But be ready to answer a question or two about marriage. Of course, have you divorce decree handy too.

You absolutely should attend. Worst case you can apply for emergency passport if you naturalize and need to travel soon.

Interesting. I heard tax return transcripts also contribute towards "good moral character" requirement in a sense that a law abinding LPR always files taxes. Of course this is not verified info. Thank you for the data point. I think I'll upload mine when I apply for N-400 just in case.

+100, 5 year rule is the way to go. No tax transcripts ever uploaded / asked for?

Don't ever panic 😊 If after 8 weeks of delivery you don't hear anything, you can try sending another packet. Maybe send it with UPS / FedEx if you want to have proof of delivery. But 99% you'll get your receipt, it just takes forever for anything USCIS related nowadays. The only exception is N-400.

It can take 4-6-8 weeks to get a letter from USCIS with case number. What does USPS status say? How do you know the packet was lost?

Did you make any money? Do you not file jointly as a married couple? Why?

This is not extraordinary. The estimated time is all wrong and doesn't report accurately for most users.

I think you got it right. Just list them and say they won't be appling with you. It's much better to list and explain at the interview VS getting asked at the interview why you haven't listed them. This way you don't appear like you're hiding anything. If I recall correctly, the form asks to list ANY children you may have. This can be interpreted to include step children.