2011 October N400 Tracker

[osheth]

Friends,
First of all, I would not have been able to survive the stress of the past few weeks without the encouragement that you guys offered. For the past few days, I was literally paralyzed with stress and nervousness due to the issues related to my case. I was doubtful of my approval, but I tried to stay positive and hopeful.

And lo and behold, I got approved and completed my oath ceremony today. I am now a US Citizen! Interview was easy and the IO did not ask me for tax transcripts or child support proof or affidavit. When he gave me the letter stating I was approved and can go back to waiting area to be called for oath ceremony, my mouth fell open and I could not believe my eyes or ears. My attorney asked him again and he smilingly said, "We try to keep it simple in Newark. He is approved". I also changed my name during this process and he helped me with that.

Here are the questions he asked -

1. What does the President's Cabinet do?
2. How many justices are there in supreme court?
3. What did the Declaration of Independence do?
4. If both the Pres. and VP cannot serve, then who becomes the President?
5. We elect a Senator for how many years?
6. Name one branch of the government?

I answered all of them right. He then asked me to read and write 'When is Columbus day? Columbus day is in October'.

He was satisfied, and then voilà, he gave me the N-652 with interview passed and approved for Naturalization. I was done by 8:15am. And then I waited and waited until 12:30pm or so after which the Oath ceremony was held and I got my Naturalization Certificate with my changed name. There were about 60 people who took the oath with me.

Though I took some snacks & fruits with me, I was too excited and hyped up to be able to eat anything. I had lunch on my way back home after 3pm. Even now, I can't believe my immigration journey is done!

Bear with me, while I proffer my moral to this story -

Despite how tough your case may seem to you, stay positive, hopeful and have faith. You have made it this far, so don't give up while the finish line is near. I am a marathon runner and try to use the same psychology whenever my legs cry out in pain and my lungs beg me to stop and give up. Citizenship journey and life is like a marathon. Don't give up even if you see a hare rushing past. Be the tortoise that wins the race. End of my ramble.

I wish fellow October filers who are waiting, all the best. For people who are nervous about their case like I was, chin up and hang in there. Good luck and Godspeed to you.

You guys in the October thread are all swell!
Now finally for a good night's sleep.... ¡Adiós y hasta luego amigos!

Congratulations Buddy, I am so happy for you.

 

[mitra88]

Congrats!

I am approved. Also completed my oath today. I just can't believe it!! Am still trying to let it sink in. Will write a detailed post soon. In short, my interview was easy and a smooth sail. It was an anti-climax to the tension build-up I had leading to the interview. I really don't know what to say... too giddy with the happy surprise!

I am so happy for you!!!

 

[desimaninusa]

Great News!

I am approved. Also completed my oath today. I just can't believe it!! Am still trying to let it sink in. Will write a detailed post soon. In short, my interview was easy and a smooth sail. It was an anti-climax to the tension build-up I had leading to the interview. I really don't know what to say... too giddy with the happy surprise!

NotBonJovi,

My congratulations to you - very happy for you, given the build-up to your interview.

As they say, all is well that ends well.

Cheers!

 

[awaitinggc04]

US citizen now

We completed our oath ceremony today. We are now US Citizens. The entire ceremony took 4.5 hours (3 hours waiting) and more than 1800 people are naturalized at the ceremony.

This forum has been really helpful. Thank you all.

Timeline:
10/11/11 N400 Shipped to Lewisville, TX office (UPS 2nd day)
10/13/11 Delivered at Lewisville, TX
10/18/11 checks cashed
10/21/11 Notice of Action Received
10/26/11 Finger Print letter mailed
10/28/11 FP Appointment letter received for Nov 21st
11/04/11 FP and biometrics taken(Walk-in)
11/07/11 Online Status changed to Testing and Interview
01/31/12 Interview
02/23/12 Oath Ceremony

 

[karajan1]

Any NYC October people here? It seems that though a new field office was opened in Queens, there is still no progress. Waiting is tough.

 

[X3-T]

Nice job everyone!

Hey Buddy, Any updates on oath scheduling? just curious..

Nope....no updates whatsoever. It's weird because everything else happened so fast. I've been patiently waiting but I'll give them a call on 3/5 (60 days from last update) to see what's going on. Thanks for asking!

I am a USC now and applied for PP too.

That's great!

Congrats.
My wife just finished today too and become a USC. applying passport is for tomorrow.

Awesome!

Finally.....

Oath Ceremony
On February 23, 2012, we placed your application in the oath scheduling que. We will send a notice when the ceremony is scheduled. If you move prior to the scheduled ceremony, please use our Change of Address online tool to update your case with your new address or call our customer service center at 1-800-375-5283.


Congrats Nimche and everyone else.....

Congrats!

I am approved. Also completed my oath today. I just can't believe it!! Am still trying to let it sink in. Will write a detailed post soon. In short, my interview was easy and a smooth sail. It was an anti-climax to the tension build-up I had leading to the interview. I really don't know what to say... too giddy with the happy surprise!

Very nice! Congratulations! Now you can get a copy of your certificate and shove it in you know who's face! hahahaha! j/k

We completed our oath ceremony today. We are now US Citizens. The entire ceremony took 4.5 hours (3 hours waiting) and more than 1800 people are naturalized at the ceremony.

This forum has been really helpful. Thank you all.

Nice!

 

[X3-T]

Here are the questions he asked -

1. What does the President's Cabinet do?
2. How many justices are there in supreme court?
3. What did the Declaration of Independence do?
4. If both the Pres. and VP cannot serve, then who becomes the President?
5. We elect a Senator for how many years?
6. Name one branch of the government?

I answered all of them right. He then asked me to read and write 'When is Columbus day? Columbus day is in October'.

Congrats again. What a coincidence, I was asked exactly the same set of questions and reading/writing sentences!!

 

[X3-T]

Hey Buddy, Any updates on oath scheduling? just curious..

One more update.I decided and called today, I was told that USCIS typically completes a N400 case between 90-120 days after interview date, and to call after day 90 has passed (on 3/15) so they can open a case and investigate further.

My P.R. card expires on April/5 so it seems like I could be in limbo for a while. Good thing I have no urgency to go out of the Country right now....

 

[NotBonJovi]

Congrats again. What a coincidence, I was asked exactly the same set of questions and reading/writing sentences!!

Muchas Gracias Amigo! You helped me by giving the child support affidavit draft and other ideas. In the end the IO never asked for it, but I was prepared.

desimaninusa, mitra88, osheth - Thank you for your wishes. Have you guys applied for your OCI card? Can you give me the details?

 

[osheth]

One more update.I decided and called today, I was told that USCIS typically completes a N400 case between 90-120 days after interview date, and to call after day 90 has passed (on 3/15) so they can open a case and investigate further.

My P.R. card expires on April/5 so it seems like I could be in limbo for a while. Good thing I have no urgency to go out of the Country right now....

Thanks for sharing X3-T.

As we have been placed on oath scheduling que and are waiting for oath letter to be sent, I read the text of oath scheduling que notification and it says

Naturalization Applicants: you will receive your certificate at your oath ceremony. You can expect to be scheduled for an oath ceremony within 45 days of receiving your recommended approval

Anyways, Let's hope, we would hear about oath sooner than later. Fingers crossed!!!

 

[osheth]

Muchas Gracias Amigo! You helped me by giving the child support affidavit draft and other ideas. In the end the IO never asked for it, but I was prepared.

desimaninusa, mitra88, osheth - Thank you for your wishes. Have you guys applied for your OCI card? Can you give me the details?

Hey NotBonJovi,

Congratulations again!!!

I think, I would be following your footsteps for passport or OCI stuff so pl keep us posted ;>)

 

[marko812003]

My timeline is pretty much the same

Any NYC October people here? It seems that though a new field office was opened in Queens, there is still no progress. Waiting is tough.

DO - New York City
Timeline:
10/24/11 N400 Mailed to TX
10/28/11 Check cashed
10/31/11 Notice of Action Received
11/5/11 Finger Print letter Received for Appointment on 11/29
11/28/11 Online Status changed to Testing and Interview
11/29/11 FP done Walk-in
12/22/11 YL received
x/x/12 IL received
x/x/12 Interview
x/x/12 Oath Ceremony

Can you please let me know when your status change, I'll do the same.

 

[karajan1]

Let's hang in there. Being patient is hard.

DO - New York City
Timeline:
10/24/11 N400 Mailed to TX
10/28/11 Check cashed
10/31/11 Notice of Action Received
11/5/11 Finger Print letter Received for Appointment on 11/29
11/28/11 Online Status changed to Testing and Interview
11/29/11 FP done Walk-in
12/22/11 YL received
x/x/12 IL received
x/x/12 Interview
x/x/12 Oath Ceremony

Can you please let me know when your status change, I'll do the same.

 

[X3-T]

Guess What???

One more update.I decided and called today, I was told that USCIS typically completes a N400 case between 90-120 days after interview date, and to call after day 90 has passed (on 3/15) so they can open a case and investigate further.

My P.R. card expires on April/5 so it seems like I could be in limbo for a while. Good thing I have no urgency to go out of the Country right now....

Got scheduled for oath!! Just received the text/email that says:



On March 2, 2012, we scheduled you for your oath ceremony and sent a notice providing the date, time, and location. If you move prior to the scheduled ceremony, please use our Change of Address online tool to update your case with your new address or call our customer service center at 1-800-375-5283

I'm so happy that this is coming to an end!

 

[X3-T]

Muchas Gracias Amigo!

Con mucho gusto! y buena suerte!

 

[ProudPal]

Oath Scheduled

Things are moving...

Congrats to everyone who got their process completed and good luck to everyone who is still waiting...

Oath Ceremony

On March 2, 2012, we scheduled you for your oath ceremony and sent a notice providing the date, time, and location. If you move prior to the scheduled ceremony, please use our Change of Address online tool to update your case with your new address or call our customer service center at 1-800-375-5283.

 

[osheth]

Things are moving...

Congrats to everyone who got their process completed and good luck to everyone who is still waiting...

Oath Ceremony
On March 2, 2012, we scheduled you for your oath ceremony and sent a notice providing the date, time, and location. If you move prior to the scheduled ceremony, please use our Change of Address online tool to update your case with your new address or call our customer service center at 1-800-375-5283.

Got scheduled for oath!! Just received the text/email that says:

On March 2, 2012, we scheduled you for your oath ceremony and sent a notice providing the date, time, and location. If you move prior to the scheduled ceremony, please use our Change of Address online tool to update your case with your new address or call our customer service center at 1-800-375-5283

I'm so happy that this is coming to an end!

That is a great news!!! Congratulations as your oath day is in sight now

 

[X3-T]

That is a great news!!! Congratulations as your oath day is in sight now

Thanks! I'll update when I receive the letter. We'll see where they finally got me scheduled!

 

[ProudPal]

Oath scheduled.....

 

[osheth]

I am hoping to hear about my oath scheduling as well. Will keep my fingers crossed.