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    Old Immigration paperwork after citizenship

    I was cleaning stuff out couple of weeks ago during Christmas and found lots of old immigration paperwork - all the way back to my asylum application. Its probably close to a thousand pages (wild guess). I dont have a commercial feeder scanner so scanning this one by one is not practical. Can...
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    Need help assessing my situation - is US citizenship realistic in my situation?

    In certain situations if you are working for on contract with US govt, or an American company engaged in development of American trade overseas, you maybe able to maintain residence by filing N-470. Check requirements of the form to see if you qualify. But if you are just moving for employment...
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    N 400 and Self employed

    Just write self employed. There are millions of self-employed people in this country, so it’s very common.
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    N-400 Denied Because of My Naive Mistake

    I think these processes that some states have off registering people at DMV is causing issues. I recall I was asked orally by DMV several years ago if I wanted to register for voting. But since I knew the law, I told the lady to please make sure that she does not register me to vote...
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    Lost my Certificate of Citizenship and can't renew my license

    If you have actually received the N600, there should be a record with USCIS. Did you not make a copy of it for yourself? In any case, the best route is to get another certificate of citizenship and then apply for a passport. It may take a while, but considering your situation with driver's...
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    Surreal Experience

    I know this post is a month old but if you ever had a US passport, then you can ask DOS to do a record search and get another one. You can always do a FOIA of your immigration record, I believe it is free - they send you a copy of all documents you ever filed including proof of your...
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    Mandamus Lawsuit

    The government has 60 days to respond after being served with a summons. They can also file for a motion asking for more time. However it will get your case moving for sure. It doesn’t mean it will be approved. Mandamus is much more risky at asylum stage than if filed for green card or...
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    Helping crossing the border for political asylum

    This is called aiding and abetting an illegal immigrant. It is a crime and you can be charged with felony. I would not recommend doing this.
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    Mandamus Lawsuit

    3-5k is a general charge for federal lawsuits. If you can’t afford it look for a pro bono immigration attorney.
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    Fingerprinting and cut on the finger

    People have cuts and injuries. This is common and should be in no way a disqualifier. It’s the last thing you need to worry about
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    Will send you a written decision…

    Think of it from officers perspective. You don’t remember the date of your separation. Your GC was based on marriage to US citizen. The officer needs to confirm that you met the conditions of your GC, that you were actually living together when you removed the conditions. They do this anytime...
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    Naturalization Denied twice

    Possession of marijuana even if legal at state level can be held against the applicant for establishing GMC for naturalization. https://www.uscis.gov/sites/default/files/document/policy-manual-updates/20190419-ControlledSubstanceViolations.pdf
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    Seeking help with I-485 checklist

    This is really a simple application for Asylees compared to other adjustments (marriage, employment etc). A recall sending a thin A4 sized envelope with a few papers. I didn’t ask for fee waiver and didn’t have a birth certificate or passport
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    Citizenship Interview - Travel to COP

    There is really no SOP for the adjudicators. They have a lot of leeway for which questions to ask. Some don’t care and some do. It also depends on their mood on that day. It’s unfortunate but true for all immigration applications.
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    How to survive during asylum process : Accommodation, income etc.

    Man. It takes a few years these days from the timelines I see. Please plan for it and prepare, be patient. Otherwise you will be disappointed or stuck.
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    Question regarding Citizenship Status of Child Born Abroad

    I agree with @newacct. Since you are naturalized you can easily prove physical presence. Apply for CRBA with your naturalization certificate, passport and the childrens birth certificate issued abroad. After you get the CRBA apply for their us passport. The earlier you do this, the better it is...
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    NOID response

    Suing USCIS for discrimination for rejecting asylum won’t do anything. The case will be dismissed asap. Thousands of people get rejected, don’t you think they may have filed lawsuits for discrimination? Do you have better luck filing a rebuttal or trying your luck for immigration judge.
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    Name change during Naturalization (N400) procedures

    Not sure about Indian process but there is an option to change the name on N400. You need to fill it out. You will most likely have a court ceremony and your naturalization certificate will reflect your new name. You use it to change names on SSN, bank accounts, drivers licenses etc.
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    N400 2019-2020 Asylee Tracker

    Not recommended on asylee status. However there is an argument that once you are on GC, you are no longer an asylee so visiting COP for short trips can be okay depending on your risk appetite. Be ready with answers if questioned by CBP or during Nat interview.
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    USCIS was able to close my lawsuit with a "Motion to remand", then denied my naturalization application

    this isn’t true either. Many lawyers routinely file lawsuits and win. It’s very common in this country to sue federal agencies. In fact when there is a judge overseeing your case and a us attorney involved who has to respond in court, they are unlikely to apply random discretion and will follow...
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