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Does Scheduling an Oath Ceremony Mean Your Application Is Approved?

Becoming a U.S. citizen requires filing Form N-400, biometrics, an interview, application approval, then an oath ceremony. Scheduling the ceremony…

What Does ‘Card Was Picked Up by USPS’ Status Mean?

Your immigration card’s status changes to "Card was picked up by USPS" once USPS collects it from USCIS. Track daily,…

Form I-290B Appeals in 2025: Updated Fees and Procedural Insights

USCIS denial options include appealing with Form I-290B, preserving priority dates but limited evidence, or re-filing a new application that…

Meaning of ‘Our Records Show Nothing Is Outstanding At This Time’ Status

When USCIS shows 'nothing is outstanding,' it means your application is complete and being reviewed. This applies to green card,…

What Happens Next After USCIS Actively Reviews Your I-130 Case

I-130 petitions marked 'actively reviewed' undergo detailed USCIS processing with median times of 14.8 months for citizens. Approval leads to…

2025 Oath Ceremony Dress Code for Women: Formal and Respectful Attire

For the U.S. citizenship oath ceremony, women should wear formal or business casual clothes, closed-toe shoes, and bring original documents…

What Does ‘Correspondence Received and USCIS Reviewing I-360’ Mean?

USCIS status 'Correspondence Was Received and USCIS Is Reviewing It' applies to Form I-360 cases with submitted additional documents. Automatic…

What Does It Mean When a Case Is Sent to the Department of State?

USCIS-approved immigrant petitions are sent to the Department of State for consular processing via the National Visa Center. Applicants complete…