What are Vedas
and Introduction to veda's
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By

Avdhesh Kumar Mathur

   Senior member of  ICC and Anandvan Saratoga

at

Senior center  Cupertino

On  Monday 19th June 2017

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 What are Vedas

Green Card for Parents (How to Apply) 

1.  Who can sponsor

Only son or daughter can sponsor for his /her parents and must be a citizen of USA and above 18 years of age and whose family income can support the parents for which an affidavit is required to be filed. Please see website https://simplecitizen.com/applications/green-card/how-to-apply-b/?gclid=CNiEzJjkks4CFRSFfgodKN8IdAwhich requires no.(1). You must be married to a US Citizen

(2). You must be in USA

(3) You need to have a valid visa.

2. Documents required to sponsor.

(1) Proof of date of birth in form of birth certificate of father / mother. The dates in high School certificate, driving licence or passport is not admitted, only  date in Birth certificate is admissible.

(2). Marriage certificate of Parents or documents in support of it.

(3)Police verification report for each of them

(4)Birth certificate of son/ daughter showing names of Father and mother.  If in this birth certificate name of either parents is not written it has to be proved from item (2) or by high school certificate in which fathers name is written. This document is to be submitted by sponsoring son /daughter

Here is full list of documents to be filed with application

What documents are needed to apply?

Here's a complete list

Cover Letter – The cover letter is a list of all the components that are included in your application.

Form I-130 – This is the form to petition for a family member to apply for a green card.

G-1145 – This is needed to receive email and text updates about the status of your application.

G-325A–Basic information about the applicant.

G-325A –Basic information about the applicant’s   spouse.

I-485 – This is to adjust the status of the applicant to a permanent resident.

I-693 – This is the form for your medical examination.

I-693 – This is the form for your medical examination.

I-765 – Employment authorization form.

I-131 – Planning a trip? This is the application for travel.

I-864 – Affidavit of support, or the form form for the financial sponsor.

Filing Fee(s) – You’ll need to attach all filing fees with the corresponding USCIS forms.

Supporting Documents – Required evidence and supporting documentation translated into English.

Your Signature – and date

3. How to apply

(a) From  India

The sponsoring Son/ daughter has to submit application for immigration of parents in form I -130 to competent authority  authority  for obtaining A no. and

After Filing Your Petition

·         You will be notified by USCIS if your Form I-130 petition is approved or denied. If it is approved and your parent is outside the United States, he or she will be notified to go to the local U.S. consulate to complete visa processing. DS-260: Immigrant Visa and Alien Registration Application (Immigrant Visa and Diversity Visa Program applications only) or as advised.

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then both parents will be  notified by local  USconsulate in India to complete visa  formalities  by  filing separate application on standard forms   for Visa  for immigration to US mentioning separately  their A no’s  to competent authority to get green card .

(b) If your parent is currently in the United States, he or she may be eligible to file Form I-485, Application to Register Permanent Residence or to Adjust Status, at the same time as you file Form I-130. Yoou can also  apply for  Employment Authorization (Work Permit) along with form I- 130 apply  parents.

·          When parents are in USA then two separate applications will be filed by sponsoring son/daughter along with application of father/ mother for immigration in proper standard form  I 485  and supporting documents for immigration of father/ mother and separate applications shall be sent to concerned authorities. You shall receive receipt of application intimating your application Number for further Correspondence.

If applications are found correct in all aspects the father/ mother will be required to give Biometric test where finger prints shall be taken and photo of eyes shall also be taken and then they shall get their Green card if everything is O.K ,  and they will receive Green   cards  within six months from date of receipt of application.   Otherwise you shall receive a notice of action and you have to furnish additional information as desired within given time limit

You can now prepare all the forms on line ( with help of any simple citizen.,) fill out your information once and it automatically puts it in  every it is required. place and then you can take out its printout and sign it at required places and put date where required. The applications are rejected if they are not properly signed.

4. What sponsoring son/ Daughter has to do

He / She has to submit an application in form no-130 to To US department of homeland Security office assigned for  that particular  area along with desired enclosures and fees..

5What each of parents have to do

Move applications for each of parents separately to obtain “ A “ numbers if parents are in India and if they are in America , he/ she has to enclose application for father/mother along with relevant documents along with  his applications to competent authorities whose address is different.

6. Birth .certificate of each of father and mother. This to be obtained from concerned authorities, from Municipal authorities of city where parents were born (i in city or township) otherwise for rural areas from Sub Disisional Magistrate of the concerned Tehsil.

If birth of parents is not recorded in records, a certificate that birth has not been recorded then a certificate to this effect is to be obtained from same authorities and this has to be submitted in English or along with an English translation ( as per rules} along with the affidavits of two person elder to parents is to be submitted in proof of age.

7. Marriage certificate of parents If both parents are alive they can obtain their marriage certificate from Sub registrar of district at either of three places. (1) Place where marriage was held (2) place where Bride grooms’s parents resided at time of marriage (3) where Brides parents resided at the time of marriage.

If one of parents has died ,  a certificate that marriage was not registered in records is to be obtained from above authorities( Generally Additional  District Magistrate (Finance ) or  any other ADM who has been authorised and  is to be submitted along with death certificate of parent who died along with affidavits of two persons who attended functions of marriage they  may be relations or  neighbours etc

Requirement for affidavits are given in Para 9 D of form I-30  Instructions  as below

.Each person making affidavit does not have to be a US citizen. Each affidavit should contain the following information regarding the person making the affidavit: his or her full name, address, date and place of birth, and his or her relationship to you , if any, full information concerning the event, and complete details explaining how the person  acquired knowledge of event.

8.  Police verification report of Father and Mother

This is o be obtained by applying by each of parents in standard forms. to Senior Superintendent of Police  of the District.where they currently   live in India. The forms are supplied on payment of fees,  from his office and police verification report is generally received within a month. If you request you want certificate in English , it will be supplied in English language.

7     Birth certificate of sponsoring person and his high school certificate to show parents names If mothers name is not given , then marriage certificate of parents is also required ,  and copies of any documents  showing  that any prior marriages  of your father or mother were legally terminated. If you are filing for your father and were not legimated before 18^th birthday, see numbers 4, 8, 9. Your high school certicate giving your father’s name is also generally accepted .
8     For proving mother as per form i-130 instructions, submit a copy of your birth certificate showing your name and your father’s name.

9. For proving father as per para 7 of instructions for form I  130,  submit a copy of your birth certificate showing the names of both parents Also give a copy of your parent’s marriage certificate establishing that your father was married to your mother.

10 Various forms used and how to down load them These forms can  be down loaded on  your internet web site andhttps://www.us-immigration.com/us-immigration-news/immigration-forms/immigration-forms-free-download-list-of-uscis-forms/printed or forms can be filled and then printed .

  1(1). Where to send Application for green card

(1) When applying from India  when the sponsoring son/ daughter  is in USA and parents are  in India. To concerned embassy branch according to local residential area after receiving notification from Embassy .

(2)When applying from USA

Sponsoring son/ daughter will move separate applications for each of parents and enclose the application of father/ mother with his application with all enclosures and fees for his application as well as fees for father/Mother. To competent  authority as given in application forms.

12. Affidavit of support does not require to be ratified by Notary .  Attach latest income tax returns and source of income of all earning members of family

13.  Parole papers Apply on form I -131 this is needed if you want to travel outside of USA during the period while application for Green card is being processed. You have to give reasons for travelling.

14.  I-130, .form G-325 A, form I -485, copy of citizenship of sponsor. Copy of passport of father and mother, fees and its receipt, form I-145 for e notification, death certificate if one of parent has died. , form W-2s, 1009s form I-864, form 1009,form W-2, Pan card of parents, I- 94 of parents, You have also to submit recent Photo of either parent ( Two Original photos) along with application form.)

ck here to ReplYou have also to submit recent Photo of either parent ( Two Original photos) along with application form.)  Photographs  You must submit  2 identical color photograph of yourself taken within 30 days of filling of application. The photograph mus hav e a white to off white background, printed on thin paper with a glossy  finish,and unmounted and untouched . The photo.s be color with full face, normal,frotal view. Size of photo 2 inches by 2 inches and as  per instruction in para4 of form I -485. . This can obtained from any Photographer by asking to take  US  Passport size photo. 15 Medical reports of father and mother by civil surgeon of area. In US  or from Chief Medical officer of the District in India for each parentList of approved Civil surgions for different areas is available on internet. It takes about !5 days to obtain report after examination by Civil surgeon .This is to be in  USCIS Form  no.  I-693 16 Instructions to be read  UNCIS form no !-131 omb no 1615-0013 latest version, instructions for filling form no I 85 omb no. 1615-0023 la 17test version, Instructions for filling form no I-131 omb no.-1615-0012 17. English translations of documents in Hindi This has to be done by third person who is affluent in both English and language Official USCIS Translation Requirements USCIS requires submissions of “certified translations for all foreign language documents.” For a translation to be certified according to USCIS standards, the translator must certify that the translation is accurate to the best of his or her ability and that he or she is competent to translate. The certification format preferred by USCIS includes the certifier’s signature. Conclusion It is best to submit complete application at one point as if supplementary information is given afterwards , the date receipt will be shifted causing extended period for receipt of Green Card. No original records are to be submitted and these can be shown at the time of Interview ( If Called) What next to be done fter receipt of Green card is separately dealt with.  Caution? This article is based on information given on internet and my experience and law of land will prevail over it. Avdhesh Kumar Mathur BSc, B.E. (Civil) M.I.R.C Senior member of ICC Milpitas and Cupertt

Benefits of Green Card Green card and thereafter up to five years Introduction:- Green card gives you the right to be resident of USA and you become American and non-resident of India. You are a still a citizen of India with right of voting in India but don’t have right of voting in America. This also gives you employment authorization in America and many other facilities. This article deals with how to obtain these facilities as these are your legal right as resident of this country. As resident you can live in America   with some limitations as per your will and as per law of the land without any restriction of time limit witch you had as a visitor though remaining a national of India. This card requires renewal after ten years. The facilities to be obtained are , 1.       Obtain Social security number  Soon after receiving green card you must apply to Social Security office lying in Zip code of your address as given in your application for green card.  Location can be seen on internet. For example location for Zip code 95014 is Social Security Office Information Address: ROOM 244 2ND FLOOR 280 S FIRST STREET SAN JOSE, CA 95113 Phone: 1-800-772-1213  Take an appointment or walk in at   about 9 AM.  and take token no. and fill application as  per your turn. You will be asked some questions.  About where you live and  home telephone no. and  relationship with owner of residence etc. You have to take passport and green card with you. You shall get your Security card with your security number at your residence. Keep it safely and   keep secret of your security no. 2.       Obtain driving Licence/ Identity Card After obtaining your Social security no. you can app[y for your driving licence/ identity card at the nearest county and can be found on internet For Santa Clara County it is located at 3665 Flora Vista Avenue. You   should take your social Security card and Passport with you. You shall be required to give driving test and if you qualify you will receive your driving licence at your home  If you do not apply for driving licence your identity card shall be sent to you.Before drivng test you must read th car manual and driving Manual of the state, It will be helpful. 3.        Open Bank account  You can open your bank account with this Driving License/ Identity card. and with your passport .  Obtain pass book,  Check book and debit card by depositing sufficient money but less than 2000 dollars if you are going to apply for Med-Cal’  4 . Obtain library card ‘ Library card is also issued to visitors on proof of residence and Passport. If  you have not already got it issued, apply for it at nearest County Library with proof of address. Driving  Licence or identity card is proof of your address as well of your age You will get the form at the Library.  5.      Obtain Star outreach for Seniors/Para transit   out Reach if you are seriously disabled. If you are senior and have some form of disability ie use cane or walking aids or use wheel chair the Santa Clara  county/ US government provide facility of out-reach to move to your destinations within the county. f or  visitors and  residents of  Santa  Clara  county .For  Seniors  , Star out -reach is available and you may call    tel .no.  408-436-4860  for application and send the form duly filled in with proof of age and you will get a card and instructions issued to you at your home. They have 40 trips in a year only. For other counties find out the phone no on internet  at web site Outreach.com Out reach for senior citizens The rules vary from state to state and travl is allowed within county limits. .If you are disabled you may also get Para Transit service for this you can down load form at website http://www.outreach1.org/paratransit/para_eligibility.html The American with Disability act (ADA) establishes the criteria for paraTtransit eligibility.Specifically,eligibilityis based upon t o contact your physian or licenced professionaly and authorisationour functional inability to use the bus or or light rail system, or some or all the the time.You may also get forms by calling Outreach,inc. at 1 (408 )  436 0155 Follow just two steps to apply for VTA Transit service 1 . Submit an application form!. Duly completed 2 . Participate in Phone InterviewDuring the Phone interview you will be  asked questions about your functional abilities and limitations. Within 21 days you will hear from them.And either provided withPara ransit Card or refusal. 6.       Obtain Clipper card Clipper card is a card for use for travelling by bus service,  and light rail personal prepaid card where you do not have to pay hard cash every time and it is used as debit card. You can have monthly cards also. You have to down load at web site  and send it duly filled with proof of identity and address and you shall get Clipper card which can be energised on depositing amount at counter or by transfer of money on internet. This facilitates you in journey by public transport. You can correspond at address Clliper Customer Center ,PO.box 318,Concurd CA 94522-0318. Or contact at phone no. 877,878,8883 or see web  clippercard.comoe E mail custser@cllipercard.com 7. Apply for Covered California for Medical benefits/ Medi-Cal  benefits  and then for Medical plans and personal doctor orVarious plans under cove. The rules vary from state to state. And you may obtain information from their websites. Please open web site    http://www.coveredca.com/individuals-and-families/getting-covered/special-enrollment/ and also Covered CA.com and proceed to open your account and fill electronic form.This will require your family global income in dollars and Other details of passport, property etc and all about you and your family , the passport, green card and social security number and your address in USA etc.Fill these according to instructions for filling form. After you have submitted your application for Covered California you shall receive a from its office at West Sacramento CA about important news about your health benefits either rejecting your application giving reasons of rejection or   letter  Congratulating you for qualifying  for health  Insurance  through Covered California including Med-Cal. ,you also get  your card number. For applying for Med- Cal you have to obtain forms  from Medical Benefit Center   located  at 550 South  Boscom Avenue , San hose CA Phone no. 408-758-3800 or 877-962-3633/ The Forms desire information about your Real and Personal Property-This is to be submitted to above office along with following information and documents in support of information. .Income tax Return filled for last year in India /USA or both.., Valuation of Property, Source of Income and supporting document, Copy of Green Card, Copy of Passport, Proof of Address Copy of Security Card giving Security No. Bank Balances and other funds with details and supporting document etc to assess that you come within low income group. This has to be given now on Global basis and not for only USA . Sp only apply for Med-Cal  if you qualify under Covered California as per income and you have Bank balance  less than $ 2000/- for individual and less than three thousand dollars for two and so on. You are permitted to transfer your property to some one else before applying but concealing facts is punishable under law’ Usually wife has no property and so is allowed Med-Cal benefit and Husband enjoy benefits of Covered California Policy. . Therefore both are required to file separate applications for Med-Cal . If you are denied Med-Cal you are served with notice of action giving reasons of denial.  As ” your resources exceed the Aged and disabled rules’  These rules are called"(1931) Program General Property and Income Limitations For Low-Income group"-Cal General Property Limitations " Part  . 1. Med-Cal section 1931 ( B ) Program General Property And  Income Limitations For Low-Income Families which gives property limit for one individual as $ 2000/- and for two as$ 3000/- and so on and income limits as $ 931/- for individual and for family of two $ 1261/- and so on  If you are qualified then you get a Med- Cal card. Then you are required to select the plans and your personal doctor according to rules.  The Covered California  or obama care in other states It offers Covered California health Insurance benefits as following 1. Ambulatory patient services 2. Emergency services 3.Hospitilisation 4. Maternity  and new born care 5. Mental health and substance use disorder services, including behavioural health treatment. 6. Prescription drugs 7. Laboratory services 8.  Preventive and wellness services and chronic disease management 9. Pedriatic services, including oral and vision care.  For coverage through Covered California, you must pick a health plan If you or someone in your family qualifies through Covered California, you must pick  a  health plan. Your coverage  will start after you pick a plan   and pay your first premium ( monthly Cost) .If you  have not already  picked  the health plan that best  fits your needs please log on to your account at www. CoveredCA.com. Then  click  the “ button located at the bottom of eligibility result screen, choose Health Plan “ You can als-J call the service centre to help you.( Medical Benefit Center  ,550 S. Boscom Avenue Sanjose.. Those who are eligible for Med-Cal need not apply for insurance under this scheme. Covered California offers five types of Insurance  on cost sharing.(such as for deductibles, co payments and and out of pocket maximum amounts}  These health plans are subsidized and guaranteed Under Affordable Care Act 2010 popularly known as Obama Car Term Health Insurance ?Term Health Insurance is an affordable and flexible alternative to Obamacare. Different levels of benefits among plans means you choose the right coverage for you. This flexibility makesTerm Health Insurance very affordable, typically half the cost of Obamacare plans. Theseplansoffer access to a broad range of healthcare providers, include dental discountsandcustomization from 1 month to 11 month plans. Join the hundreds of thousands of people who currently rely on term health insurance for more affordable medical and financial protection. Term Health Insurance plans available on AgileHealthInsurance.com are from top insurance carriers, many with a financial strength rating of A+ (Superior) by A.M. Best. The AM Best rating represents an independent opinion from the leading provider of insurer ratings of a company's financial strength and ability to meet its obligations to policyholders. 1.      Platinum Covers 90% of cost 2.      . Gold Covers 80% of cost 3.      . Silver Covers  70% of cost 4.      Bronze  Covers 60% of cost 5.      Minimum coverage plan these are designed to cover excessive medical bills  to persons below 30 years or those individuals who are experiencing financial hard ship’ These insurances  cover pre-existing health condition Regardless of present or past, at no extra cost  but it should be noted that it applies during the open enrollment period only. There are are three Approved Insurance Companies in Santa Clara county 1. Antthem Blue cross  ( go to web site anthem.com/ca You may call  1-800-927-help(4357) 2. Blue Shield of California customer service phone no  1-800-393-6130headquarters located at San-Francisco 3. Kaiser Permanente   of California 7 Lawrence expy santaclara ca 95051     web site https//thrive.kaisepermanente.org/care-near you-/ northern-cs phone n 408-851-7300 You can get competitive rates from these three firms for your preferred metal level policy and pay the first premium accordingly in compliance of notice   of qualifying for covered California within time stipulated otherwise offer will lapse. . Medical facilities granted under Federal Poverty Level assistance. This is done by center “Ability to pay program located at 770 S. Bosom Ave.  San--Jose  CA 95128. Program resources limit. APD is a low income program that Valley medical provides It does not provide primary doctor and does not cover Ambulances, vision, Podiatry, Dental (Except for Emergency which it covers) & some others A patient can be seen  only at Valley Medical centers For Express or Urgent care call no 1-888-334-1000 from 7 AM onward for appointments. For any specialties ( a patient has to be referred by a doctor to be seen and by  approved first . Medicines are provided by VMC Pharmacies only Apply for Ccitizenship and there after for Medicare Part ! And Part 2 etc. These will be dealt  n another article. Conclusion  There are many items not covered by this article such as social life, clubs, senior centers and Indian community canters, parks etc where Indian seniors meet each other and places to be visited and how to utilize time These are beyond scope of this article which has mainly dealt with facilities which can be obtained by green card holders. However You can read Indian news at www.Samachar ,See DD News live atwebcast.gov.in. -  Caution ? These are according to my knowledge based on internet and personal experience  and do not depict the law of land.                                                           Avdhesh Kumar Mathur Click here t

Citizenship for senior holding Green Cards

(How to become Citizen of USA for Permanent Resident Seniors) 

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Avdhesh kumarMathur  BSc,(Gold Medalist) ,B.E.(Civil) M.I.R.C

1. Basic Requirement U.S. Citizenship

U.S. citizenship provides many rights, but also involves many responsibilities. Thus, the decision to become a U.S. citizen through naturalization is important. In most cases, a person who wants to naturalize must first be a permanent resident. By becoming a U.S. citizen, you gain many rights that permanent residents or others do not have, including the right to vote. To be eligible for naturalization, you must first meet certain requirements set by U.S. law. What are the basic requirements to apply for naturalization? The process of applying for U.S. citizenship is known as naturalization. In order to be eligible for naturalization, you must first meet certain requirements required by U.S. immigration law. Some of rules vary from state to stategenerally they apply to all states.

·         Apply for naturalization

For more information, see USCIS Policy Manual Citizenship and Naturalization Guidance. 

The Naturalization Test

Most naturalization applicants are required to take a test on:

·         English

·         Civics (U.S. history and government)

We provide resources to help you prepare. For more information, visit our Naturalization Test page. Get study materials from the Citizenship Resource Center.

2. How to Apply

 1. YouComplete your application form  N-400  online, in plain English

     2. Step-by-step guidance leads you through each question

    3. Get detailed filing instructions, customized just for you

START YOUR CITIZENSHIP APPLICATION

Citizenship Application Form N400 is used for obtaining US Citizenship (naturalization). A completed error-free form N400 should be filed with the United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) along with photos and supporting documents as outlined in the Citizenship Application filing instructions.

Applying for U.S. Citizenship

Becoming a U.S. citizen has many advantages including the right to vote and the ability to sponsor relatives to come to the United States. The Citizenship Application (Form N-400) is completed by Lawful Permanent Residents (Green Card holders) over age 18 who meet the eligibility requirements to apply for US citizenship. Please see instructions fill fgorm N-40 on website USCIS Form N-400 OMB No. 1615-0052  and  www.uscis.gov fnd also for more information on this topic and to review the instructions for Form N-600, Application for Certificate of Citizenship, and Form N-600K, Application for Citizenship and Issuance of Certificate Under Section 322. I

If either of your parents is a United States citizen, complete Part 6. Information About Your Parents as part of this application. If neither of your parents is a United States citizen, skip Part 6. and complete Part 7. Biographical Informatio

3.Eligibility Requirements

If you meet certain requirements, you may become a U.S. citizen .

N-400 Eligibility Requirements

In order to apply for U.S. citizenship, you must meet the following requirements:

·         Have had a valid Green Card at least five years.  Also you have not been absent from USA for more than one year during last five years.

·         Have maintained continuous residence in the United States for at least five years (or three years if you are married to a U.S. citizen) and have been present in USA for 30 months out of last 60 m0nths in USA

·         Have been physically present in the United States for at least two and a half years (or one and half years if you are married to a U.S. citizen)

·         Have lived in the state where the Form N-400 is submitted for at least three months

·         Be able to read, write and speak English

·         Have a general knowledge of the fundamentals of U.S. history and government

Be a person of good moral character and willing to abide by the principles of the U.S. Constitution.

4.  Naturalisation

Generally, to be eligible for naturalization you must:

 • Be a permanent resident for a certain amount of time (usually 5 years or 3 years, depending on how you obtained status); and •

 Be a person of good moral character; and •

 Have a basic knowledge of U.S. government (this, too, can be excepted due to permanent physical or mental impairment); and

• Have a period of continuous residence and physical presence in the United States; and • Be able to read, write, and speak basic English. There are exceptions to this rule if- Has a permanent physical or mental impairment that makes the individual unable to fulfill these requirements.

To apply for naturalization, file Form N-400, Application for Naturalization. For more information on the naturalization process, please see our manual, M-476, A Guide to Naturalization.  An applicant does not necessarily need to be in the United States when filling Form N-400. 476/

Naturalization Testing One of the requirements for naturalization is to take the naturalization test to demonstrate that you are able to read, write, and speak basic English and that you have a basic knowledge of U.S. history and government (civics). General Instructions USCIS provides forms free of charge through the USCIS website. In order to view, print, or fill out our forms, you should use the latest version of Adobe Reader, which you can download for free at http://get.adobe.com/reader/. If you do not have Internet access, you may call the USCIS National Customer Service Center at 1-800-375-5283 and ask that we mail a form to you. For TTY (deaf or hard of hearing) call 1-800-767-1833

Signature. Each application must be properly completed, signed, and filed. For all signatures on this application, USCIS will not accept a stamped or typewritten name in place of a handwritten signature. A legal guardian may sign for a mentally incompetent

Important instructions in application form as per web site USCIS Form N-400 OMB No. 1615-0052

Part 9. Time Outside the United States Item Number 1. Provide the total number of days (24 hours or longer) you spent outside the United States during the last 5 years. Item Number 2. Provide the total number of trips (24 hours or longer) you have taken outside the United States during the last 5 years. Item Number 3. Provide information for every trip (24 hours or longer) you have taken outside the United States during the last 5 years. Start with your most recent trip and work backwards. P

5. Where do I file my application

Where To File? See our website at www.uscis.gov/N-400 or call our National Customer Service Center at 1-800-375-5283 for the most

6 What are fees and how can I deposit it

. Filling Fee. Each application must be accompanied by the appropriate filing fee and biometric services fee (if applicable). (See the What Is the Filing Fee section of these Instructions.) What Is the Filing Fee? The filing fee for Form N-400 is $595. A biometric services fee of $85 is also required for applicants under 75 years of age when filing Form N-400 regardless of where you live and whether you are filing from within the United States or abroad. NOTE: No filing fee is required for military applicants filing under section 328 or 329 of the INA. Biometric Services Fee Exceptions You do not have to pay a biometric services fee if: 1. You are 75 years of age or older; or 2. You are filing under the military provisions, Section 328 or 329 of the INA. USCIS cannot accept a biometric services fee if you are not required to pay a biometric services fee. Rejected Applications USCIS will reject your Form N-400 if you submit the incorrect fee or an incorrect payment method. USCIS also will reject your Form N-400 if you include payment for more than what you are required to pay. In the event USCIS rejects your application, we will return any filing fees with your application. Use the following guidelines when you are paying for your applicatio--n. You must: 1. Pay for each application using a single payment method (check, money order, or credit card) and not a combination of methods; and 2. Use the same payment method for all applications that are mailed together. NOTE: You must submit all fees in the exact amounts. The filing fee and biometric services fee are not refundable, regardless of any action USCIS takes on this application. DO NOT MAIL CASH. Payments By Check or Money Order Use the following guidelines when you prepare your checks or money orders for the Form N-400 filing fee and biometric services fee: 1. The checks or money orders must be drawn on a bank or other financial institution located in the United States and must be payable in U.S. currency; and 2. Make the checks or money orders payable to U.S. Department of Homeland Security. NOTE: Spell out U.S. Department of Homeland Security; do not use the initials “USDHS” or “DHS.” 3. If you live outside the United States, contact the nearest U.S. Embassy or U.S. Consulate for instructions on the method of payment.

7 Biometrics Services Appointment.

 USCIS may require that you appear for an interview or provide fingerprints, photograph, and/or signature at any time to verify your identity, obtain additional information, and conduct background and security checks, including a check of criminal history records maintained by the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI), before making a decision on your application. After USCIS receives your applicUSCIS Forms and Information To ensure you are using the latest version of this application, visit the USCIS website at www.uscis.govwhere you can obtain the latest USCIS forms and immigration-related information. If you do not have Internet access, you may order USCIS forms by calling the Forms Request Line at1-800-870-3676. You may also obtain forms and information by calling the USCIS National Customer Service Center at 1-800-375-5283. For TTY (deaf or hard of hearing) call 1-800-767-1833. Instead of waiting in line for assistance at your local USCIS office, you can schedule an appointment online at www.uscis.gov. Select “Schedule an appointment online” and follow the screen prompts to set up your appointment. Once you finish scheduling an appointment, the system will generate an appointment notice for yation and ensures it is complete, we will inform you in writing if you need to attend a biometric services appointment.

8. Documents needed for Naturalization

 USCIS Forms and Information To ensure you are using the latest version of this application, visit the USCIS website at www.uscis.gov where you can obtain the latest USCIS forms and immigration-related information. If you do not have Internet access, you may order USCIS forms by calling the Forms Request Line at 1-800-870-3676. You may also obtain forms and information by calling the USCIS National Customer Service Center at 1-800-375-5283. For TTY (deaf or hard of hearing) call 1-800-767-1833. Instead of waiting in line for assistance at your local USCIS office, you can schedule an appointment online at www.uscis.gov. Select “Schedule an appointment online” and follow the screen prompts to set up your appointment. Once you finish scheduling an appointment, the system will generate an appointment notice for y

Copies. You should submit legible photocopies of documents requested, unless the Instructions specifically state that you must submit an original document

 Translations. If you submit a document with information in a foreign language, you must also submit a full English translation. The translator must sign a certification that the English language translation is complete and accurate, and that he or she is competent to translate from the foreign language into English.

9. Evidence. At the time of filing, you must submit all evidence and supporting documentation listed in the Required Evidence section of these Instructions.

Required Evidence Below is a list of documents to submit with your Form N-400.

1.       Photographs. Provide two identical color photographs of yourself taken recently. The photos must have a white to off-white background, be printed on thin paper with a glossy finish, and be unmounted and unretouched. Passportstyle photos must be 2” x 2”. The photos must be in color with full face, frontal view on a white to off-white background. Head height should measure 1” to 1 3/8” from top of hair to bottom of chin, and eye height is between 1 1/8” to 1 3/8” from bottom of photo. Your head must be bare, unless contrary to your religious beliefs. Using a pencil or felt pen, lightly print your name and A-Number (if any) on the back of the photo

2.   . 2. Photocopy of Permanent Resident Card. Provide a photocopy of the front and back of your Form I-551 (Permanent Resident Card). USCIS must be able to read the information on the photocopy. If you have lost your Form I-551, attach a photocopy of any other entry document or a photocopy of a receipt showing that you have filed Form I-90, Application to Replace Permanent Resident Card.

3.    3. Photocopy of your Current Legal Marital Status Document. Provide a photocopy of your current marriage certificate, divorce, annulment decree, or death certificate of former spouse.

4.    4. Documents for Military Personnel or Spouses of Military Personnel: A. Form N-426 (

5.    4. Evidence of Your Current Legal Marital Status. Bring the original of all marriage certificates consideration

6.    6. Name Change(s). If you have changed your name at any time, bring the document(s) that legally changed your name(s), such as a marriage certificate, divorce decree, name change petition, or other official record if you ever changed your name.

7.    7. Other Documents. Depending on the circumstances, you should bring certain documents to your interviewd States for a period that lasted 6 months or more. You can request copies of Federal tax documents at your local IRS office or www.irs.gov. You may also bring an original IRS tax transcript listing tax information for the past 5 years (3 years if filing on the basis of marriage to a U.S. citizen). howing entry and exit stamps

Below is a list of documents to bring with you to your Form N-400 interview.

1. Permanent Resident Card.

 2. State-Issued Identification. Bring a valid State-issued identification, such as a driver’s license.

 3. Passports and Travel Documents. Bring valid and expired passports, as well as any travel documents issued by USCIS

. 4. Evidence of Your Current Legal Marital Status. Bring the original of all marriage certificates, divorce or annulment decrees, death certificates, and other official records to confirm your marital history and your current legal marital status.

 5. Evidence of the Termination of Your Spouse’s Prior Marriage(s). Bring the original of your current spouse’s divorce certificate. If your spouse is widowed, bring the original of his or her former spouse’s death certificate. If neither of these are available, bring any other evidence that indicates the termination of your spouse’s marriage for consideration.

 6. Name Change(s). If you have changed your name at any time, bring the document(s) that legally changed your name(s), such as a marriage certificate, divorce decree, name change petition, or other official record if you ever changed your name.

7. Other Documents. Depending on the circumstances, you should bring certain documents to your interview. You may also submit copies of these documents with your application.  And take originals at me ofinterview..

 10. Interview

1.     Before naturalization the applicant is called for Interview.You shall receive a notice of call for action regarding date, place and time of interview. If you cannot go get it rescheduled otherwise attend it. You should take your identification card, Green card, Passport, State identification card/Driving License and reentry certificate if any along with other documents specially asked from you.

Answer questions about your 1.  Application form and your background.,2. Evidence supporting you case 3.  Your place and length of residence 4.Your attachment to constitution.   5. Your willingness to oath of allegiance to United State. Only tell the truth.

In case you get confused take permission to explain your case. Do not be afraid or nervous as they ask questions to pass you and not fail you. You have to give a test for English or seekits exemption giving reasons.

You have to give answers to ten questions regarding Civics of Us. You can get booklet of question and answers or see them on internet. You can practice these question and answers beforehand. You have to give six correct answers. This is easy.

You shall receive form 652 on which you will get your result of Interview. They shall grant/ refuse/ call you for second interview or demand some more documents/ Continue  i.e.  decision is on hold If granted this means you  have been naturalized and proceed as below See also website http://www.immihelp.com/citizenship/naturalization-interview.html

11. After naturalization when do I become Citizen?

 Oath of Allegiance Do not complete this part. The USCIS Officer will ask you to complete this part at your interview. If USCIS approves your application, you must take this Oath of Allegiance to become a U.S. citizen. In limited cases, you can take a modified oath. The oath requirement cannot be waived unless you are unable to understand its meaning because of a physical or developmental disability or mental impairment. For more information, see A Guide to Naturalization (M-476). Your signature on this application only indicates that you have no objections to taking the Oath of Allegiance. It does not mean that you have taken the oath or that you are naturalized.

 If USCIS approves your Form N-400 for naturalization, you must attend an oath ceremony and take the Oath of Allegiance to the United States  afteryour interview  and approval of Naturalization.

12. Conclusion

Before submitting form you must check list in form and see application is signed and dated where ever it is required. I f there is any doubt see the full instructions for filling the form or call the relevant office on phone for clarification  Caution ? These have been compiledfrom internet and experience of my friends who have Obtained Citizenship recently . If anything is different ,the law of land will prevail. The Citizenship and thereafter will form subject of another article

Avdhesh Kumar Mathur BSc. B.E.(Civil), M.I.R.C

Senior member of ICC Milpitas and Cupeertino