As for the missing birth record for GGM - IMO it shouldn't be a problem since the embassy doesn't seem to require non-direct line documents. If it IS a problem, you will find out during your appointment. (I doubt this will be an issue though.) You will also find out if there is a problem with the sp...

Hello, Scott. IMO, staff at the embassy in DC are wonderful, but just like other consulates, they may not respond in a timely fashion to phone messages or email. If Signora Provenzano is out of the office, you may not hear back from her for weeks. (I didn't file for citizenship in DC, but needed the...

I guess I can now safely go gather the entire bundle of things like birth/marriage/death certs. Thanks again ^_^ I can't think of anything to ask of you right now, but if you have any advice: I'm more than delighted to hear it! Advice: don't spend money on long-form, certified documents (birth, mar...