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N-400 timeline, Dallas (Oct 06- )
I'm starting a timeline thread here which will include details on what, when, and how I go through the process, any cockups made by me or USCIS if and when they occur, etc. etc. Hope it's helpful to someone out there. I'll add to it as I go through the process.
OCTOBER 2, 2006 N-400 goes in ordinary US mail, addressed to TSC, along with: *Filing fee (personal check) of $330 *Fingerprint fee (2nd personal check) of $70 *2 color passport photos *Marriage certificate *Copy of US husband's bith certificate (proof of citizenship) *Copy of both sides of Perm. resident card *Evidence of co-mingled finances ----joint mortgage papers ----joint bank account docs ----evidence of joint car loans ----evidence of joint liablity on credit cards *Evidence of termination of prior marriages ----Copy of a death certificate ----Copy of a divorce decree absolute *Cover index page listing all the above as provided OCTOBER 6, 2006 Both checks show up as cashed in my bank account. So far so good. More follows... :) Regards -=- Scarlett |
UPDATE Re: N-400 timeline, Dallas (Oct 06- )
In the post today, I received an NOA to say my citizenship application has been received and a second NOA informing me I have a fingerprint appointment on the 24th. Three weeks from mailing the application to getting fingerprinted--not bad progress so far! Timeline updated below.
:) OCTOBER 2, 2006 N-400 goes in ordinary US mail, addressed to TSC, along with: *Filing fee (personal check) of $330 *Fingerprint fee (2nd personal check) of $70 *2 color passport photos *Marriage certificate *Copy of US husband's birth certificate (proof of citizenship) *Copy of both sides of Perm. resident card *Evidence of co-mingled finances ----joint mortgage papers ----joint bank account docs ----evidence of joint car loans ----evidence of joint liablity on credit cards *Evidence of termination of prior marriages ----Copy of a death certificate ----Copy of a divorce decree absolute *Cover index page listing all the above as provided OCTOBER 6, 2006 Both checks show up as cashed in my bank account. So far so good. OCTOBER 14, 2006 Received two NOAs *Application received, priority date 10/4/06. I should expect to be notified of date and place of interview within 540 days of the notice. *Fingerprint appointment scheduled for 10/24/06 OCTOBER 24, 2006 Fingerprint appointment. :) Regards -=- Scarlett |
Re: UPDATE Re: N-400 timeline, Dallas (Oct 06- )
Originally Posted by Scarlett-Dallas
In the post today, I received an NOA to say my citizenship application has been received and a second NOA informing me I have a fingerprint appointment on the 24th. Three weeks from mailing the application to getting fingerprinted--not bad progress so far!
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Re: UPDATE Re: N-400 timeline, Dallas (Oct 06- )
Originally Posted by trasler
I am also being processed through Dallas. I mailled my paperwork July 24th, it was received by them July 27th, my fingerprint appointment was August 17th ... and I've heard nothing since ...
:) I think it's pretty normal to have a wait between fingerprints and interview letter. The NOA says to give them a call if we haven't been scheduled after 540 days!! I'm hopeful after looking at timelines. I'm expecting a wait of about 6 months between fingerprints amd interview. The USCIS site (see link below) says they're processing March applications right now. https://egov.immigration.gov/cris/js...ectedOffice=24 Let me know when you get your letter! :) Regards -=- Scarlett |
Re: UPDATE Re: N-400 timeline, Dallas (Oct 06- )
Some colleagues at work naturalised last year, and their whole process was completed in about four months ... guess the wait is a little longer these days :(
I have a question for ya, though - the letter they sent me noting their receipt of my paperwork stated that I had missed some evidence, and that they would let me know what it was so I could bring it to my interview. I was pretty darned careful, but I guess I could've missed something - but I also hear that they always send out the same letter regardless of whether the documentation is complete. Did your letter suggest you'd missed something? |
Re: UPDATE Re: N-400 timeline, Dallas (Oct 06- )
Whether it is Dallas or New York or Los Angeles, it would appear that it is the norm for one to receive the notice of action and the date for biometrics quickly. Back in 2003 we experienced the same in NYC with the Vermont Service Center. Mailed the N-400 on May 18th, biometrics first week of July and nothing until the N-400 interview was scheduled which can be months after the biometrics. It depends on your local office and their turn around time.
Best wishes to you both for a speedy affirmative conclusion to your petitions.
Originally Posted by trasler
I am also being processed through Dallas. I mailled my paperwork July 24th, it was received by them July 27th, my fingerprint appointment was August 17th ... and I've heard nothing since ...
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Re: UPDATE Re: N-400 timeline, Dallas (Oct 06- )
Originally Posted by trasler
Some colleagues at work naturalised last year, and their whole process was completed in about four months ... guess the wait is a little longer these days :(
I have a question for ya, though - the letter they sent me noting their receipt of my paperwork stated that I had missed some evidence, and that they would let me know what it was so I could bring it to my interview. I was pretty darned careful, but I guess I could've missed something - but I also hear that they always send out the same letter regardless of whether the documentation is complete. Did your letter suggest you'd missed something? |
Re: UPDATE Re: N-400 timeline, Dallas (Oct 06- )
Originally Posted by Rete
Whether it is Dallas or New York or Los Angeles, it would appear that it is the norm for one to receive the notice of action and the date for biometrics quickly. Back in 2003 we experienced the same in NYC with the Vermont Service Center. Mailed the N-400 on May 18th, biometrics first week of July and nothing until the N-400 interview was scheduled which can be months after the biometrics. It depends on your local office and their turn around time.
Best wishes to you both for a speedy affirmative conclusion to your petitions. :) |
Re: UPDATE Re: N-400 timeline, Dallas (Oct 06- )
Originally Posted by Scarlett-Dallas
No, there was no suggestion that they needed more paperwork from me. What did you send?
I sent ... Covering letter N-400 form & Addendum sheet Check for $400 Copy of both sides of my Permanent Resident Card 2 Color photographs Copy of the inside cover and signature page of my wife's US passport Copy of our marriage license Copy of our divorce decrees Copy of our joint IRS Tax Return Transcripts for 2003, 2004 and 2005 Copy of a joint checking account statement ... which seems to cover everything you sent. Something in my N-400 must require additional info. The only thing I can think of is my extensive criminal record - three minor speeding tickets. As they were all minor, no evidence should've been needed so I didn't supply any I just owned up to them having happened. Oh well, I guess I will find out when the interview letter arrives ... though it would be nice to have plenty of time to unearth whatever it is they want to see. |
Re: UPDATE Re: N-400 timeline, Dallas (Oct 06- )
Originally Posted by Rete
Best wishes to you both for a speedy affirmative conclusion to your petitions.
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Re: UPDATE Re: N-400 timeline, Dallas (Oct 06- )
The notice is standard. We received the same from Vermont in 2003 indicating that we will be asked for more documentation at the interview. Means nothing.
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Re: UPDATE Re: N-400 timeline, Dallas (Oct 06- )
Originally Posted by Rete
The notice is standard. We received the same from Vermont in 2003 indicating that we will be asked for more documentation at the interview. Means nothing.
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Re: UPDATE Re: N-400 timeline, Dallas (Oct 06- )
Originally Posted by Rete
The notice is standard. We received the same from Vermont in 2003 indicating that we will be asked for more documentation at the interview. Means nothing.
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Re: UPDATE Re: N-400 timeline, Dallas (Oct 06- )
Originally Posted by trasler
Well darn!
I sent ... Covering letter N-400 form & Addendum sheet Check for $400 Copy of both sides of my Permanent Resident Card 2 Color photographs Copy of the inside cover and signature page of my wife's US passport Copy of our marriage license Copy of our divorce decrees Copy of our joint IRS Tax Return Transcripts for 2003, 2004 and 2005 Copy of a joint checking account statement ... which seems to cover everything you sent. Something in my N-400 must require additional info. The only thing I can think of is my extensive criminal record - three minor speeding tickets. As they were all minor, no evidence should've been needed so I didn't supply any I just owned up to them having happened. Oh well, I guess I will find out when the interview letter arrives ... though it would be nice to have plenty of time to unearth whatever it is they want to see. :) |
Re: UPDATE Re: N-400 timeline, Dallas (Oct 06- )
Originally Posted by Scarlett-Dallas
I didn't get one. ??
Maybe you got the newer improved version. |
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