Q: Green card pending

A: You can ask for assistance from your congressional representative, there is usually a tab on the congressional rep’s website for help with a federal agency. You can locate who to contact on this website: https://www.house.gov/representatives/find-your-representative

As you have not yet received your green card, you would not be eligible to apply for citizenship, as being admitted as a lawful permanent resident for a certain number of years is a prerequisite to be able to apply. The work permit is not the same thing as the green card.

A: Yes, you can do a few things. A general rule of thumb from USCIS (US Citizenship and Immigration Services) when it comes to pending cases is to wait for 120 days before asking for updates. However, it has been over 15 months since your interview and there has been no update from USCIS. You can:

1. **File a Service Request:** You can file a service request with USCIS to inquire about the status of your green card application. You can file a service request online or by mail.

2. **Contact your Congressman or Congresswoman:** You can contact your Congressman or Congresswoman to inquire about the status of your green card application. Your Congressman or Congresswoman may be able to help you get an update from USCIS.

3. **Change your lawyer:** If you are not satisfied with the service you are receiving from your lawyer, you can change lawyers.

Here are some additional things to keep in mind:

* The processing time for a green card application can vary, but it is typically several months.

* The processing time for a green card application can be longer if there is an issue with your application or if there is a backlog at USCIS.

* You may be required to attend an interview with a USCIS officer.

* The USCIS officer has the discretion to deny a green card application for any reason.

If you have any questions about the green card application process, you should speak with an immigration attorney. An attorney can help you assess your situation and determine the best course of action for obtaining a green card.

As for your question about applying for citizenship, you can apply for naturalization after you have been a lawful permanent resident for at least 5 years. You must also meet other requirements, such as being able to read, write, and speak basic English and passing a civics test.

Here are some additional things to keep in mind:

* The naturalization process can take several months.

* You may be required to attend an interview with a USCIS officer.

* The USCIS officer has the discretion to deny a naturalization application for any reason.

If you have any questions about the naturalization process, you should speak with an immigration attorney. An attorney can help you assess your situation and determine the best course of action for obtaining citizenship.