Concerned Green Holder

[topazfae]

I finally applied for N-400. Wished I applied in Dec! not Jan - didn't realize the fee went up by 40 dollars.

My PD is January 31, 2017
Scheduled Biomimetics: Feb 7, 2017
Biometrics done: Feb 23, 2017
In Line for Interview: Feb 27, 2017

I am very concerned because my green card is about to expired in June. To this day, I haven't gotten a notice about the interview date. I called the site and was told that I have to renew my green card but it costs 455 dollars. I am a little upset because I paid 750 for the applicatioin fee and now I have to pay another 455 for maybe one or two before the interview comes in.

Someone told me that if I don't travel and stay in the area, i will be fine until the interview. Anyone have similar experience?

I live in Northern VA.

topazfae

[inadmissible]

Assuming you have an unconditional green card - not the 2yr conditional green card for newly married spouses - you'll be just fine as long as your green card isn't lost or damaged/mutilated beyond recognition

USCIS policy on this matter has changed back and forth over the years. These days, they'll cut you slack here and there to encourage naturalization

[topazfae]

Yes, it is a non conditional card.

I will take a risk but I know I can't make any travel plans until we get this sorted out.

topazfae

[topazfae]

Great news! I just got a letter for Interview Date (haven't gotten letter yet, but got notification that it is being sent to me). Looks like it will happen within a month! WHEW!

Shannon