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If they don't like photos, when do they reject them? Before or after granted? My application is granted but not dispatched. Earlier it showed photos/sig scanned date. Now it doesn't show that (still shows granted). Rest of my family apps went through and documents dispatched. I suspect its the...

Finally took my oath today and became a US citizen. After the initial wait, actual oath ceremony was exciting and puts things in perspective. It was like graduation ceremony. Letter and video from the president was pretty cool. Take your camcorder and record the whole thing, its one of those...

Just came back from interview in Charlotte, NC. Thought I would share my experience. Appt was for 1pm and went there around 12:30. Checked in at the register. Took photographs (they have a photo facility inside the building), went into waiting room. After 15 minutes waiting, my name was called...

Once citizenship is granted, under what circumstances is it revoked? I get the feeling that even after naturalization one would always be under watch. If there is crime involved, why don't they just prosecute the person under the laws of the land rather than threatening deportation. If the...

Hi, Quick question on 'Fee payable to' for N-400. I see three different things on three different web pages. Payable to: US Citizenship and Immigration Services USCIS US Department of Homeland Security Which one is correct? I sent mine payable to 'US Department of Homeland...

Hi, I went to take photographs for N-400 application today, the person at the studio mentioned that INS now requires straight face photos instead of the angled face ones (as shown in the naturalization guide). Can anyone confirm this? These are quite different from what INS was asking in the...

Hi, I've a question on selective service. I came to US on an F1 visa before my 26th birthday. After that my stauts changed to EAD->H1->GC. I've never registered with the selective service. My question is, should I send "Status Information Letter" explaining why I haven't registered with the...

I'm in the process of filing for N-400. I have a problem with departure dates, hoping someone could answer my question. I have taken several trips in the last five years. As far as I know, US doesn't stamp your passport when you leave the country. So how did you guys come up with accurate...

Hello everyone, Just joined the group. Getting ready for another immigration process after 4 peaceful years. I'll be eligible to apply for citizenship from next month. I have some questions and hope to get some advice here. I need to travel to India and stay there for 3-5 months. I...