USCIS Status: “Oath Ceremony Was Rescheduled”
The Oath Ceremony Was Rescheduled status means your naturalization ceremony has been rescheduled, and you will receive a new notice with the updated date, time, and location
What does this status mean?
The Oath Ceremony Was Rescheduled status is triggered when USCIS reschedules your naturalization ceremony, which can occur due to various reasons such as scheduling conflicts, lack of space, or inclement weather, and you will receive a new notice with the updated details, after which you should review the notice carefully and make necessary arrangements to attend the rescheduled ceremony
What should you do next?
- 1Log into your USCIS online account to confirm the rescheduled ceremony details
- 2Review the notice carefully and make necessary arrangements to attend the rescheduled ceremony, including updating your calendar and notifying any necessary parties
- 3If you need to reschedule the ceremony again, submit a request through your USCIS online account at least 12 hours before the scheduled ceremony time or call the USCIS Contact Center at 800-375-5283 (TTY 800-767-1833)
Typical timeline
The rescheduled ceremony typically takes place within 1-3 months after the initial ceremony was scheduled, but the exact timeline may vary depending on the USCIS field office and the applicant's circumstances
Frequently asked questions
uscis oath ceremony rescheduled what to do
If your Oath Ceremony was rescheduled, log into your USCIS online account to confirm the new ceremony details, review the notice carefully, and make necessary arrangements to attend the rescheduled ceremony, and if needed, submit a request to reschedule again at least 12 hours before the scheduled ceremony time or call the USCIS Contact Center at 800-375-5283 (TTY 800-767-1833)
how long does it take to reschedule an oath ceremony
The rescheduled ceremony typically takes place within 1-3 months after the initial ceremony was scheduled, but the exact timeline may vary depending on the USCIS field office and the applicant's circumstances, such as the Nebraska Service Center or Texas Service Center
what happens if i miss my rescheduled oath ceremony
If you miss your rescheduled Oath Ceremony without properly notifying USCIS and requesting to reschedule, your naturalization application may be denied, so it is essential to attend the ceremony as scheduled or submit a request to reschedule at least 12 hours before the ceremony time
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