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Rekyrts

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  1. That was the VERY FIRST thing I thought when I read that... OP received valuable help when calling a a government entity? Congratulations are definitely in order... 😄
  2. Congrats! Make sure she updates SSA.
  3. Yes, different procedures at different location. I find it fascinating. We were given our certs at check in to inspect and sign. They took them back and "presented" them to us after taking the oath.
  4. Count me as one of those that preferred using apps. I tried a couple, but really liked Citizen Now by Liontude. Nice interface, geo-populated data (so local congresspeople are there), flashcards, audio, even worked with Android Auto. It generated random 10 quiestion tests and allowed for you to create special tests with difficult questions. I am grateful that we live in times where folks can utilize any number of tools based on how they learn.
  5. A bunch reported for Houston area in particular on Reddit.
  6. It does seem like there have been increased reports; IIRC, in Texas, it was an issue of them not continuing to use some sites. I wonder if other FOs have had to cut some usage contracts.
  7. It's especially tough to get a general "baseline" as every case is different. We do know that a candidate will be "examined" and will face 10 civics questions, as well as testing in reading and writing. Outside of that, the best advice I think is to be prepared to discuss anything related to one's immigration journey. I was tested on the core, and after that, not too much else. Under 20 minutes.
  8. Yes. That's exactly why it's there... as a backup. Enjoy your day!
  9. Per established caselaw, a valid U.S. Passport is sufficient proof for USCIS proceedings. However, I do believe USCIS can challenge the validitiy of the passport per the guidance.
  10. I firmly believe the estimate "feature" is a way USCIS makes money from big pharma by slyly testing blood pressure medication.
  11. I *think* one can request the officer not send a new card. I believe it might be a default selection, so it almost always comes, but it is possible to not have a new card sent. No real reason not to get a new one though, since it doesn't count against the lifetime limit of physical cards.
  12. As others have noted, this happens unfortunately. I wouldn't be too worried (though I completely understand your disappointment).
  13. Plus, not too many creditors will ask to look at the physical SS card anyway... @Lance27, you can conceivably get by without updating the physical ss card to remove the authorization legend, but you DEFINITELY want to inform SSA of your citizenship status. The unrestricted card is a fringe benefit of informing them, but you want to inform them to ensure your retirement benefits are properly cataloged.
  14. I'd have the proof of plan ready to go regardless; part of me feels you should upload it despite the newest notice...
  15. But did you file utilizing general provision (based on five years of residency) or marriage provision (3 years of residency and 3 years of marriage to USC)? Sounds like she qualified for both.
  16. That case was discussed a lot online; funny thing being that based on the information on hand, the TN guy really wasn't a citizen. You're point still stands, though. In theory, had that gentleman gone ahead and filed an N600 prior, he would have discovered his status much sooner, and had more time to take corrective steps. A passport is proof of citizenship, but notthing beats an Amercian CB/CON/COC/CRBA. If I had a kid that derived, a COC is DEFINITELY something I would invest in.
  17. You can upload evidence after submission. Having said that, I think @OldUser's advice is sound.
  18. It's a timebound process: https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/passports/passport-help/faqs.html Contacting Us: If you have been waiting more than four weeks for your documents, call us at 1-877-487-2778 to report that you have not received your documents. If you want us to reimburse you for a lost supporting document, you must contact us within 90 days of the date which we mailed your passport. You will also need to provide a receipt to show the cost of replacing the document.
  19. Probably prudent for OP to get the son's passport first.
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