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    I130 Processing Times -- Discrepancies Across Service Centers?

    Hi, I don't know much about family-based immigration at all. I've only just started reading up on it. Now, as far as I know, the first step is to file I-130. Why is there such a huge discrepancy in processing times? VSC seems the fastest (processing Sept. 04 applications), but TSC and NSC...
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    Photos and Oath question -- Passed interview (NYC)

    Hi, just interviewed in NYC/Federal Plaza. Fairly straightforward. Now, the officer mentioned that the photos I submitted were not really to the proper specification. I was a little confused (as I thought that had cut the photos to size). Too small she seemed to think. I was given the...
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    FBI record check -- Does this sound ok?

    This is what they sent me in response to my fax. Does this sound ok? It sounds a little ominous. Dear X: This is in reference to your facsimile dated --, concerning your immigration status. The FBI completed a record check for you on --, and the results were forwarded to the U.S...
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    FBI record check -- is this OK?

    This is what they sent me in response to my fax. Does this sound ok? It sounds a little ominous. Dear X: This is in reference to your facsimile dated --, concerning your immigration status. The FBI completed a record check for you on --, and the results were forwarded to the U.S...
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    Travel with Green Card -- visa now needed?

    Hi, I'm not sure if I understand what this article means exactly. Could someone please shed some light on this? "Resident visas now must be renewed outside U.S." http://www.iht.com/articles/526412.html What's a resident visa? Is this the same as a green card? Are there new regulations...
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    Is this common -- check cashed, no receipt?

    Hi, I sent my N400 application (FedEx) about two weeks ago. The check was cashed a few days later, but I've yet to receive a receipt from VSC. Is this common? What do I need to do if I don't get a receipt within another week or two? I live in NYC. Thanks!
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    Payee for check for N-400?

    I'm ready to file. To whom should the check be addressed? Thanks.
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    Questions on filing

    I'm preparing to file. I was thinking of using a lawyer, but I'm having trouble picking one, especially when the fees range from $500 to $1500 (+expenses). Anyway, thoughts of using a lawyer? Maybe I'll just file on my own. I've looked through the form, and it looks straighforward. Some...
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