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  1. OldUser
    Mistakes happen. Prior approvals don't guarantee future approvals. The reason immigration journey includes multiple applications and interviews is because USCIS reverifies information at each stage. They may conclude that other benefits they gave you or your wife should not have been given. Maybe applying for citizenship wasn't the best idea. Many people call it the easiest step, but it's not true. Many issues can arise / be discovered during this stage. As one lawyer says, citizenship application is the last chance for USCIS to deport somebody. Sometimes withdrawing N-400 and never applying again is an option. In many of those cases, at least in the past, USCIS would leave you alone. This is not a legal advice.
  2. OldUser
    You can leave the non applicable points out, such as research, invitation from an organization etc. But answer everything else to the best of your ability.
  3. OldUser
    No problem. I'll also post when I receive SS card (already have one without restrictions). And more importantly, when SSA account recognizes me as a US citizen.
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    Reporting back. I went to appointment and was done within 20 minutes, majority of which was waiting. Used a terminal to get the ticket. Person at the initial window checked whether I really had an appointnent (took 2 mins). Person at the other window took 3 mins to actually update the record. I completed SS-5 but they never asked for it. US passport is the only ID I had to show. For a second, I though about trying giving passport card VS passport, but just kept it simple for SSA officer. I was given a confirmation letter saying I'll receive replacement card in the mail within 2 weeks.
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    The reason is not everybody at USCIS does a great job. People in the past reported showing up for N-400 interview to only find out officer didn't realize there was I-751 pending. This gives them a chance to prepare better and not have excuse "we're only interviewing for N-400, I wasn't aware about other petition". It's doesn't cost anything to do it either.
  6. OldUser
    Ok, actually checked I-751 and it has similar question. Is your I-751 still pending?
  7. OldUser
    Disclosing it wouldn't affect your case. Not disclosing may affect your case. I don't recall I-751 asking for this information. N-400 is a different story.
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    Thank you for giving more context. Based on that, rescheduled interview is not surprising. USCIS sitting on your case is not surprising. Two A files (or whatever officer said) is the least of your concerns. I'm surprised attorney filed N-400 knowing your immigration history. It looks like you may lose your green card. There's not much VJ users can offer you. This is not a DIY case. You need serious legal representation. Seek advice from somebody specializing in deportations and other complicated scenarious.
  9. OldUser
    I see, good luck! I think 2 months is pretty normal for N-400. You may need to wait a bit more due to pending I-751. Did you attach copy of I-751 receipt in N-400?
  10. OldUser
    To adjust. Changing is about switching from one non-immigrant status to another non-immigrant status. Like B-1/B-2 to F-1. This is correct The answer is also "Yes". Don't worry, overstay is forgiven for US citizen immigrant spouse, as long as it's honestly disclosed.
  11. OldUser
    Yes, those won't make a difference. Make sure you lived with your spouse for 3+ years (not 3 years - 90 days) on the day you apply for N-400 under 3 year rule. E.g. you can be LPR for 3 years - 90 days when you apply, but you need to be married for over 3 years to US citizen when you apply. Good luck!
  12. OldUser
    Also don't forget about marital union. Some got denied filing 90 days early when they didn't have 3+ years of living in marital union with US citizen.
  13. OldUser
    I-90 doesn't require much evidence. I think you got it all. Any plans to file for N-400? If she files for it now, she'll get 24 months extension letter for her GC and wouldn't need to pay fee for renewing GC. Cost of filing N-400 online - $710 Cost of filing I-90 online - $415 Citizenship gives more certainty in life IMHO, if the plan is to live in the US long term.
  14. OldUser
    Passport card is an amazing ID with proof of US citizenship to have. I got mine in addition to passport book. It is a credit card size, easily fits in my wallet and I carry it with me everywhere. As a bonus, it provides better privacy as it doesn't reveal home address or DL number (which is used in many places including filing taxes).
  15. OldUser
    Time to apply for N-400?
  16. OldUser
    Welcome to community ! Is there anything else we're missing from your story?
  17. OldUser
    Immigration has nothing to do with alimony / child support
  18. OldUser
    It's probably to do with how busy office is. How far do you live from USCIS office? Some people showed up despite such cancellation, had their interview and naturalized. If you have time and it's not far, you could go and try too.
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    Good for you. Disclosing prior CBP encounter isn't going to prevent you from naturalizing. If anything, you're likely going to be appreciated for honesty.
  21. OldUser
    It's a very strange advice to say the least. I wouldn't feel comfortable living without proof of status for 2+ years. Most likely, you would have had new GC for a year now...
  22. OldUser
    This was a very bad advice. Are you sure they were a real immigration attorney, not a notario?
  23. OldUser
    Just list all your variations of name on N-400 form in Other Names Used. This shouldn't be an issue.
  24. OldUser
    Not really, but right now I guess you don't have any proof of status. You can be detained by ICE. Did you apply for I-90? You'll need a valid ID at your interview.
  25. OldUser
    I'm really sorry this happened to you! Please keep us updated
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