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Naturalization inquiry
I am a greencard holder since 2006, and I am over 18. I went back to my home country on 2009 to finish my education for almost 5 years. In between that period, I entered US with travel document every two years. I am here in US since 2014.

Do I still qualify to file for Citizenship through Naturalization process?

These are the criteria to file for citizenship under Naturalization:

Be 18 or older at the time of filing
Be a green card holder for at least 5 years immediately preceding the date of filing the Form N-400, Application for Naturalization
Have lived within the state, or USCIS district with jurisdiction over the applicant’s place of residence, for at least 3 months prior to the date of filing the application. Students may apply for naturalization either where they go to school or where their family lives (if they are still financially dependent on their parents).
Have continuous residence in the United States as a green card holder for at least 5 years immediately preceding the date of filing the application
Be physically present in the United States for at least 30 months out of the 5 years immediately preceding the date of filing the application
Reside continuously within the United States from the date of application for naturalization up to the time of naturalization
Be able to read, write, and speak English and have knowledge and an understanding of U.S. history and government (civics).
Be a person of good moral character, attached to the principles of the Constitution of the United States, and well disposed to the good order and happiness of the United States during all relevant periods under the law
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March 2018 filer, San Bernardino FO
Hi everyone,

Just wanted to share my progress so far. I fall under San Bernardino Field Office per my zip code. Best of luck to us all! (:

3/10/18: Application submitted and mailed
3/12/18: Priority Date
3/22/18: Letter received for application receipt
3/23/18: Biometric appointment letter received with appointment on 04/03/2018 3PM
3/26/18: Biometrics completed
3/26/18: Status changed to "USCIS actively reviewing application"
3/27/18: Status changed to "estimated case completion time of 9 months (December 2018)
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N-400
Hi all,

I submitted my documents online yesterday night (3/26/18). I think I fall under the jurisdiction of San Francisco field office. Anyways, I will try to update my progress as I get it.
Anyone else from bay area who has recently submitted their documents?

Rgds,
Rahul
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NYC - Brooklyn Filing
I see that other individuals filing from NYC have also been seeing extended wait times with their applications.

08/11/2017 - N-400 paperwork submitted
09/15/2017 - Fingerprints Appointment at 1260-1278 60th Street
09/18/2017 - Biometrics received and in-line for an interview date.

I have had received no update to my case over the last 6.5 months, but see that the 'average timeline' for N400 applications from the NYC field office is 10.5 - 17.5 months.

Hopefully hear some good news soon!
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Miami N-400 processing times
Anyone with a N-400 Naturalization process pending from Miami Office? Do you want to share timeline? The new times processing method is showing 50% of the cases in 14 months and 95% in 20 months :(
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Houston
It's almost April 2018 and folks from Jan 2017 still waiting. This is utterly ridiculous.

F***ck these people and their slow process, how can supposed advanced country be so slow when it comes to processing a simple application? Jesus this is so frustrating. I am a Feb 2017 filer and regret applying , I am considering withdrawing application as I need to go abroad for 5 - 6 months. I spoke to a lawyer and was told Houston processing times will likely go up and Feb filers can expect interview scheduled letter in 3 - 6 months!
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ATLANTA
Any July 2017 filler got scheduled in Atlanta FO?? Thanks for sharing.
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NY filer - NBC - Kansas
Hi ,

I filed from NYC but i got my receipt from NBC Overland Park , KS. Does that mean i should follow the Kansas processing timelines or NY ones ?

PD - Mar 15 2018 . Receipt - Mar 19 2018 . FP is scheduled as of Mar 24 2018 . Waiting for the notice in mail .
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ATL HELP
Pls does anyone have an idea of how long it takes from interview to oath in Atlanta.thanks.
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My timeline Oakland Park, FL
I have been a permanent resident since 2010 and yes it took me 8 years to finally become a US citizen. I would like to share my experience and timeline in the hopes that it helps someone out there in the same shoes.

I submitted my application on 02/06/2017
Fingerprinted on 02/27/2017
One week later...Case changed to in line for interview.
One year passed by, in which I would check every day for an update on my case.
Received an alert on my phone that interview was scheduled on 2/08/2018
Interview scheduled for 3/6/18
Started reviewing civics questions until I felt comfortable.
Interview date came and I passed all six civic questions required, writing and reading.
IO reviewed my application questions and then he told me he would have to review the application once again and he would make his decision at a later time. He said that he would contact me if he required more information. I have to be honest, this was not a good feeling. I checked the app more than ever hoping for a change in status. One week passed and nothing. I kept reading it could take up to 120 days for them to make a decision. I was super frustrated and thinking the worst at that time. A week and a half passed and I decided to not look at the app anymore. Curiosity got the best of me and I checked the app 13 days after the interview on my way home from work and it said Oath letter has been mailed.
Received my oath letter on 3/21 and my oath ceremony is 3/30/2018.

My journey is coming to a close but I do have to say it has been a very stressful and long one. I have been in this country from age 6 and now I am 33. It took me 7 years to get my residency and another year to get my citizenship. I hope this timeline helps!

Good luck to you all!
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