U.S immigration question?

Question

I am a resident alien U.S (without the green head and big eyes) I applied for U.S citizenship when I was in the Army. I didn't get an interview paper while I was in. Now that i'm out I still haven't heard from the INS. I'm wondering if they sent my interview paper work to the army and they failed to forward it to me. What should I do? If I missed my interview while in Military transist will I have to apply again and spend another 300 bucks. Also who thinks that serving in a combat zone for the U.S is proof enough of citizenship? I'm good enough to die for the U.S but still need to pay $300 and wait for it thats shameful in my opinion.

Answer 1

Set up an InfoPass appointment: www.infopass.uscis.gov and talk to an immigration oficer at your local USCIS officer about your situation. They have access to records and can determine (most times) what happened.

If that doesn't work, contact your local congressperson, be persistent, and typically the congressperson's office has access to a direct USCIS line. They can get results that most immigration attorneys cannot get due to "direct access."

If none of that works - reapply for N-400. This time hire an attorney because your atty will also receive curtesy copies should the military not forward your mail. It's a safeguard - that way the attorney can contact you SHOULD there be an interview notice etc.

I've worked with individuals who've had to wait for 3-years and longer. Usually the delay is a result of USCIS incompetence.

Hope this helps!

Answer 2

I cannot all your question because I do not know how it works with the military, but my solution would be to go to your local INS office and ask. Be sure to make an appointment since that is the way it done now. My wife and I have had so much fun with Immigration concerning everything for her, so I understand your frustration. Since 9/11 it has changed a lot. I was grateful my wife had her green card before 9/11 so it was easier for her to update when the time came, but it did take longer. Good luck and I hope everything works for you.

Answer 3

If you served this country by joining the army you should be handed citizenship, not made to jump through expensive hoops. You were legal enough to die for this country. Are you sure you want to be a citizen with everything so messed up here right now?

Answer 4

First off, I'm glad to hear that you are doing everything the right way, the legal way. I would recommend calling the INS and seeing what they say. Explain to them your situation and hopefully someone there would be able to help you. If it comes down to it, I would suggest contact an immigration attorney. Good Luck

Answer 5

Call the immigration office and ask them to provide you with an update. If the paperwork has in fact been lost, you won't have to re-pay so long as you can show proof that you've already paid. Hope you kept receipts or have voided checks.

Answer 6

It may take a while John, in my case they took about 4 years to finally contact me after turning in the application. but you can go to INS and ask them.

Answer 7

First, thank for serving. Second, call your local newspaper. They either will get it done or guilt everyone to make sure you have the money you need.
Good luck

Answer 8

Totally agree with you about having to spend the money. Sorry I cannot help answer the question.

Answer 9

yOU SHOULD GO TO THE IMMIGRATION OFFICE AND THEN CALL THE LOCAL OFFICE OF YOUR HOME STATE'S SENATOR'S OFFICE. THAT SHOULD STRAIGHTEN EVERYTHING OUT!
Thanks for being legal and applying for citizenship!

Answer 10

u can call this number 1-800-375-5283 they can answer all your questions