After Naturalization....?
May 19th 2009, 6:16 pm
#1
Just Joined
Thread Starter
Joined: Jul 2004
Posts: 4
After Naturalization....?
Wow, it's been a really long time since I posted about this. We started our journey in 2001 and today my husband completed his tests. He takes his oath next month and then the process is complete?
After 8 years of having this long, drawn-out process hanging over our heads, I'm wondering--is this it? Now that he's naturalized, do we have to do more? (aside from the ceremony) I just want to know since it has been hanging over our heads for so long, not to have it there anymore seems....unbelievable?
Also, is there some place to post experiences? When we started this, there were some websites, but many of them have closed or been changed, so I wasn't sure if anyone still posts like that.
I know we never would've made it to where we are today without the great resources (and people) we've found here.
Thanks for any help!
Mel (Montana)
married to Matt (Canada)
timeline:
July 31, 2001: sent I-130 application to Helena office
August 1, 2001: they receive
August 3, 2001: they cash the checks
August 17, 2001: we receive AP
October 26, 2001: we receive EAD letter
November 6, 2001: Matt receives EAD
December 6, 2001: Matt receives AOS appointment letter
January 14, 2002: Matt receives CPR card
March 6, 2002: Matt receives PR card from NSC
January, 2004: Nebraska Service Center receives Application to Adjust Status
January, 2005: Approval of Removal of Conditional Status
April, 2005: Matt gets temporary card from Helena District Office
June 8, 2005: Matt receives new PR card
February 13, 2009: Phoenix office receives N-400
March 17, 2009: Matt has biometrics done in Helena
May 19, 2009: Matt completes Naturalization civics/writing/reading tests
After 8 years of having this long, drawn-out process hanging over our heads, I'm wondering--is this it? Now that he's naturalized, do we have to do more? (aside from the ceremony) I just want to know since it has been hanging over our heads for so long, not to have it there anymore seems....unbelievable?
Also, is there some place to post experiences? When we started this, there were some websites, but many of them have closed or been changed, so I wasn't sure if anyone still posts like that.
I know we never would've made it to where we are today without the great resources (and people) we've found here.
Thanks for any help!
Mel (Montana)
married to Matt (Canada)
timeline:
July 31, 2001: sent I-130 application to Helena office
August 1, 2001: they receive
August 3, 2001: they cash the checks
August 17, 2001: we receive AP
October 26, 2001: we receive EAD letter
November 6, 2001: Matt receives EAD
December 6, 2001: Matt receives AOS appointment letter
January 14, 2002: Matt receives CPR card
March 6, 2002: Matt receives PR card from NSC
January, 2004: Nebraska Service Center receives Application to Adjust Status
January, 2005: Approval of Removal of Conditional Status
April, 2005: Matt gets temporary card from Helena District Office
June 8, 2005: Matt receives new PR card
February 13, 2009: Phoenix office receives N-400
March 17, 2009: Matt has biometrics done in Helena
May 19, 2009: Matt completes Naturalization civics/writing/reading tests
May 19th 2009, 6:18 pm
#2
MODERATOR
Joined: Apr 2003
Location: Phoenix, Arizona
Posts: 58,679
Re: After Naturalization....?
Wow, it's been a really long time since I posted about this. We started our journey in 2001 and today my husband completed his tests. He takes his oath next month and then the process is complete?
After 8 years of having this long, drawn-out process hanging over our heads, I'm wondering--is this it? Now that he's naturalized, do we have to do more? (aside from the ceremony) I just want to know since it has been hanging over our heads for so long, not to have it there anymore seems....unbelievable?
After 8 years of having this long, drawn-out process hanging over our heads, I'm wondering--is this it? Now that he's naturalized, do we have to do more? (aside from the ceremony) I just want to know since it has been hanging over our heads for so long, not to have it there anymore seems....unbelievable?
My husband just had his Oath Ceremony in Phoenix a few weeks ago, and it was an awesome day. I'm also feeling like it's unreal that we don't have anything immigration-wise to look forward to. LOL What the heck will we DO?!
Rene
May 19th 2009, 6:32 pm
#3
Joined: Mar 2003
Posts: 68,280
Re: After Naturalization....?
Don't forget to order a flag flown on his day ...
http://baucus.senate.gov/assistance/flags/index.cfm
http://baucus.senate.gov/assistance/flags/index.cfm
May 19th 2009, 8:33 pm
#5
The Missus
Joined: Sep 2002
Location: Northwest of Chicago
Posts: 6,239
Re: After Naturalization....?
Update his status with Social Security.
~SecretGarden
(who still hasn't gotten tough with her new USC husband about doing this!)
~SecretGarden
(who still hasn't gotten tough with her new USC husband about doing this!)
May 19th 2009, 9:50 pm
#7
MODERATOR
Joined: Apr 2003
Location: Phoenix, Arizona
Posts: 58,679
Re: After Naturalization....?
After my husband's oath ceremony, they had reps from SS downstairs, we stood in line to turn in a new SS application. He also had a name change, so we got a new card....but yes, he needs to update his status from LPR to USC with SS, he is eligible for more SS benefits as a USC than an LPR, so don't forget to do that!
You can go in to the SS office with a new application and his naturalization certificate.
Rene
You can go in to the SS office with a new application and his naturalization certificate.
Rene
May 19th 2009, 11:20 pm
#8
Just Joined
Thread Starter
Joined: Jul 2004
Posts: 4
Re: After Naturalization....?
After my husband's oath ceremony, they had reps from SS downstairs, we stood in line to turn in a new SS application. He also had a name change, so we got a new card....but yes, he needs to update his status from LPR to USC with SS, he is eligible for more SS benefits as a USC than an LPR, so don't forget to do that!
You can go in to the SS office with a new application and his naturalization certificate.
Rene
You can go in to the SS office with a new application and his naturalization certificate.
Rene
May 20th 2009, 4:32 am
#9
BE Forum Addict
Joined: Oct 2007
Posts: 1,190
Re: After Naturalization....?
Do you have to tell the DMV? I have a niggle in my brain but I'm not sure 
May 20th 2009, 5:04 pm
#13
Concierge
Joined: Apr 2001
Posts: 46,405
Re: After Naturalization....?
Just a few more things:
1. Go in to SSA and change the status to that of an USC.
2. Apply for US Passport
Congratulations to your husband
1. Go in to SSA and change the status to that of an USC.
2. Apply for US Passport
Congratulations to your husband
Wow, it's been a really long time since I posted about this. We started our journey in 2001 and today my husband completed his tests. He takes his oath next month and then the process is complete?
After 8 years of having this long, drawn-out process hanging over our heads, I'm wondering--is this it? Now that he's naturalized, do we have to do more? (aside from the ceremony) I just want to know since it has been hanging over our heads for so long, not to have it there anymore seems....unbelievable?
Also, is there some place to post experiences? When we started this, there were some websites, but many of them have closed or been changed, so I wasn't sure if anyone still posts like that.
I know we never would've made it to where we are today without the great resources (and people) we've found here.
Thanks for any help!
Mel (Montana)
married to Matt (Canada)
timeline:
July 31, 2001: sent I-130 application to Helena office
August 1, 2001: they receive
August 3, 2001: they cash the checks
August 17, 2001: we receive AP
October 26, 2001: we receive EAD letter
November 6, 2001: Matt receives EAD
December 6, 2001: Matt receives AOS appointment letter
January 14, 2002: Matt receives CPR card
March 6, 2002: Matt receives PR card from NSC
January, 2004: Nebraska Service Center receives Application to Adjust Status
January, 2005: Approval of Removal of Conditional Status
April, 2005: Matt gets temporary card from Helena District Office
June 8, 2005: Matt receives new PR card
February 13, 2009: Phoenix office receives N-400
March 17, 2009: Matt has biometrics done in Helena
May 19, 2009: Matt completes Naturalization civics/writing/reading tests
After 8 years of having this long, drawn-out process hanging over our heads, I'm wondering--is this it? Now that he's naturalized, do we have to do more? (aside from the ceremony) I just want to know since it has been hanging over our heads for so long, not to have it there anymore seems....unbelievable?
Also, is there some place to post experiences? When we started this, there were some websites, but many of them have closed or been changed, so I wasn't sure if anyone still posts like that.
I know we never would've made it to where we are today without the great resources (and people) we've found here.
Thanks for any help!
Mel (Montana)
married to Matt (Canada)
timeline:
July 31, 2001: sent I-130 application to Helena office
August 1, 2001: they receive
August 3, 2001: they cash the checks
August 17, 2001: we receive AP
October 26, 2001: we receive EAD letter
November 6, 2001: Matt receives EAD
December 6, 2001: Matt receives AOS appointment letter
January 14, 2002: Matt receives CPR card
March 6, 2002: Matt receives PR card from NSC
January, 2004: Nebraska Service Center receives Application to Adjust Status
January, 2005: Approval of Removal of Conditional Status
April, 2005: Matt gets temporary card from Helena District Office
June 8, 2005: Matt receives new PR card
February 13, 2009: Phoenix office receives N-400
March 17, 2009: Matt has biometrics done in Helena
May 19, 2009: Matt completes Naturalization civics/writing/reading tests
May 25th 2009, 8:29 pm
#14
Joined: Apr 2002
Posts: 35,082
Re: After Naturalization....?
Who said 'register to vote'??
Do I win a cookie?
Congratulations, Matt!!!
Do I win a cookie?
Congratulations, Matt!!!
May 25th 2009, 8:41 pm
#15
Concierge
Joined: Apr 2001
Posts: 46,405
Re: After Naturalization....?
Congratulations for navigating the yellow brick road and finding Kansas again.
Yes, there are some things to be done once he is naturalized:
1. Immediately apply for a US Passport;
2. Go in person to the SSA with his naturalization certificate and have his records updated to reflect his new status as a citizen; and
3. Keep a file folder of all applications and supporting documents for each of your petitions.
Yes, there are some things to be done once he is naturalized:
1. Immediately apply for a US Passport;
2. Go in person to the SSA with his naturalization certificate and have his records updated to reflect his new status as a citizen; and
3. Keep a file folder of all applications and supporting documents for each of your petitions.
Wow, it's been a really long time since I posted about this. We started our journey in 2001 and today my husband completed his tests. He takes his oath next month and then the process is complete?
After 8 years of having this long, drawn-out process hanging over our heads, I'm wondering--is this it? Now that he's naturalized, do we have to do more? (aside from the ceremony) I just want to know since it has been hanging over our heads for so long, not to have it there anymore seems....unbelievable?
Also, is there some place to post experiences? When we started this, there were some websites, but many of them have closed or been changed, so I wasn't sure if anyone still posts like that.
I know we never would've made it to where we are today without the great resources (and people) we've found here.
Thanks for any help!
Mel (Montana)
married to Matt (Canada)
timeline:
July 31, 2001: sent I-130 application to Helena office
August 1, 2001: they receive
August 3, 2001: they cash the checks
August 17, 2001: we receive AP
October 26, 2001: we receive EAD letter
November 6, 2001: Matt receives EAD
December 6, 2001: Matt receives AOS appointment letter
January 14, 2002: Matt receives CPR card
March 6, 2002: Matt receives PR card from NSC
January, 2004: Nebraska Service Center receives Application to Adjust Status
January, 2005: Approval of Removal of Conditional Status
April, 2005: Matt gets temporary card from Helena District Office
June 8, 2005: Matt receives new PR card
February 13, 2009: Phoenix office receives N-400
March 17, 2009: Matt has biometrics done in Helena
May 19, 2009: Matt completes Naturalization civics/writing/reading tests
After 8 years of having this long, drawn-out process hanging over our heads, I'm wondering--is this it? Now that he's naturalized, do we have to do more? (aside from the ceremony) I just want to know since it has been hanging over our heads for so long, not to have it there anymore seems....unbelievable?
Also, is there some place to post experiences? When we started this, there were some websites, but many of them have closed or been changed, so I wasn't sure if anyone still posts like that.
I know we never would've made it to where we are today without the great resources (and people) we've found here.
Thanks for any help!
Mel (Montana)
married to Matt (Canada)
timeline:
July 31, 2001: sent I-130 application to Helena office
August 1, 2001: they receive
August 3, 2001: they cash the checks
August 17, 2001: we receive AP
October 26, 2001: we receive EAD letter
November 6, 2001: Matt receives EAD
December 6, 2001: Matt receives AOS appointment letter
January 14, 2002: Matt receives CPR card
March 6, 2002: Matt receives PR card from NSC
January, 2004: Nebraska Service Center receives Application to Adjust Status
January, 2005: Approval of Removal of Conditional Status
April, 2005: Matt gets temporary card from Helena District Office
June 8, 2005: Matt receives new PR card
February 13, 2009: Phoenix office receives N-400
March 17, 2009: Matt has biometrics done in Helena
May 19, 2009: Matt completes Naturalization civics/writing/reading tests