Is it possible to take Citizenship oath in US Embassy in India?
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futureuscitizen
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I dont think so
For regular applications it's not possible. Overseas naturalization ceremonies are mostly for military based applications only.
Re-read Boatbod's response. That sums it all up...
No, it is not possible for regular applicants because you have to be in US as a part of intention to become a US citizen, not to be outside USA.
For US military people, it is a special provision because they are sent overseas by US govt. to serve for the country of USA so they are allowed to take the oath overseas.
..and military personnel on duty overseas are considered to be on US soil..
I say come back to US and do your oath or everything you did will be worthless since they will probably close your case for abandoment if you don't show up. There was a girl here in the same situation and she was fighting to re-open her case because she missed her oath date...but that process is not quick or easy I believe.
Al Southner
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oath in San Juan...?
I have a question? Can I do my oath while in San Juan? I have a need to be in the 75 degree weather year-round, so my oath might be schedule for January 2010...
I don't serve in the military, but I support the troops, which should count for something called patriotism....
I have a question? Can I do my oath while in San Juan? I have a need to be in the 75 degree weather year-round, so my oath might be schedule for January 2010...
I don't serve in the military, but I support the troops, which should count for something called patriotism....I say "Dont ever reschedule Oath". Take personal heater with you to keep at 75 degrees.I have a question? Can I do my oath while in San Juan? I have a need to be in the 75 degree weather year-round, so my oath might be schedule for January 2010...
Im not racist or anything Im just another immigrant in this country but why people from India always have an issue with the USCIS dates etc? they always either want to do things before is supposed to or can't go to the oath because they are in India or something else......If you want US citizenship you MUST follow our rules, the process and that's how it is done here....no execptions.
Al Southner
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Mimi,
If you visit India, you will realize why Indians do what they do and how they do it. Is not easy being from a country that has over 1000 gods...
The US is a difficult country to live in, on some social levels, so most indians I know, have a very close knit families and hence the need to go back to India very often. In addition, Tandoori chicken in the US is nothing like a Tandoori chicken in India, the spices are real and the flavor unimaginable...
I think the OP is a little too nutty, to think the US Consulate will offer an oath ceremony in India...
I hope he hasn't being called by one of the gods, which can cause a shellacking if he left for the US before finishing the assignment...In addition to what Al said, Indian Americans are fortunate enough to have two great worlds. Lot of family ties, liberal social/political environment, great business opportunities in India and The Free World that is America.
The situation creates conflicts sometimes. Its not simple matter of 'if you like it there so much, then stay', the folks who ask these questions have paid their dues (OP) by being Permanent Resident as required. If they want to take advantage of things afforded to U.S.Citizens and have all the nice things (including the Authentic Tandoori Chicken ) back in India, good for them.
There is a nut in every one of us. OP is not asking about break laws. He/She is merely asking if there is an exception. OP is no more nutty than folks who complain about cost of becoming Citizen while spending double the amount on yearly cell phone bills, talking about Britney. No offense Britney, I love you
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The situation creates conflicts sometimes. Its not simple matter of 'if you like it there so much, then stay', the folks who ask these questions have paid their dues (OP) by being Permanent Resident as required. If they want to take advantage of things afforded to U.S.Citizens and have all the nice things (including the Authentic Tandoori Chicken ) back in India, good for them.
There is a nut in every one of us. OP is not asking about break laws. He/She is merely asking if there is an exception. OP is no more nutty than folks who complain about cost of becoming Citizen while spending double the amount on yearly cell phone bills, talking about Britney. No offense Britney, I love you
.I have a question? Can I do my oath while in San Juan? I have a need to be in the 75 degree weather year-round, so my oath might be schedule for January 2010...
I assume you mean San Juan, PR. USCIS has a DO there, so I don't see why not.
Al Southner
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V,
I didn't know that, aren't PR citizens American citizens too?
Oh they are PR citizens when it comes to the Olympics? I saw PR citizens running under the PR flag during the World Championships in Germany... Since San Juan won't be my DO, I meant to rebut the OP's position on seeking Oath in India after a nice meal of rice and chicken vindalo, washed down with real mango lassi... Whereas all people in the continental US waiting for their oath are subject to rubber chicken and fake rice, have you ever wonder why you become full so quick while eating a restuarant? Processed and rubbery food...Hmm....I am becoming hungry already....I better find sme Indian food place en route home today...
sanjoseaug20
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I would not know, and does not matter to me. But your next comment about toilets does provide hints. Anyway, let me explain ...
#1. When I went for oath (please check my earlier posts), more than half of the people were Indians. This website is launched by an Indian. It is likely that you will see a lot of Indian's on the boards, and that would give the impression it is the Indian's who are mostly in this situation. It is just a question of percentages.
#2. If you look at the number of H1s granted to Indians, and project that forward 10 years down the line, again you will see many Indians in transferrable jobs (despite long term residency).
#3. As others said, the family and social ties are much stronger in Indian and hence the need to visit.
#4. Unlike the immigrants of old times, Indian economy is also doing reasonably well. India is not the west, and will not get there for quite some time. However, if "you" are doing well, the growth is still phenomenal. If you get a chance to get the best of both worlds (not dual citizenship, but close), then why would not you?
#5. I do not have sympathy with people (although I can understand) who say they made 2 back to back 180 day trips, and if the US government can be kind enough to give oath in India? However, there are lot of other people who could be genuinely on the borderline. For example, someone in family getting married (it is seasonal and sometimes a must attend), parents not doing well (unlike US, they do not move to Florida to live on their own), employment situation (you can find something here, or you can find it there). Or it could just be the fact that they have booked tickets in advance and they are pretty much non-refundable (tickets for some seasons must be booked at least 6 months in advance to get a good price).
#6. At the same time, Indians being in IT have also learnt how to work around boundary conditions, and that's what they keep on exploring here....
I am pretty sure Mr. Khanna is a US citizen therefore American and not Indian. His name does not make him Indian, much like my nick does not make me a Hispanic.
I guess the main issue is that many people (not only Indians) despite naturalizing, do not become Americans. They are US citizens but not Americans, only Indians, Canadians, British etc.
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