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Obtaining permanent residency in the United States is a life-altering event. The new green card holder knows that he or she can live and work in the United States for life. Lost in the euphoria of the moment, many green card holders don’t realize that U.S. permanent residency can be lost. A person often risks … The USCIS recently announced that it has directed its field offices to prioritize 319(b) naturalization applications. 319(b) applications are applied for by qualifying spouses of U.S. citizens who are working overseas in a qualifying position. The statute is often used by applicants who spouses’ work for the U.S. government, qualifying international organizations and private companies, … Continue reading “USCIS Prioritizes 319(b) Naturalization Applications” The Department of Homeland Security has announced its estimate that there are 13.1 million lawful permanent residents living in the United States. Of those individuals, it is estimated that 8.5 million are eligible to become naturalized citizens. With over half of the permanent resident population being eligible to naturalize, it bags the question – why … Continue reading “8.5 Million Lawful Permanent Residents Eligible to Naturalize” According to the Department of Homeland Security, a total of 694,193 individuals became U.S. citizens by choice (Naturalized) last year. This is a significantly higher number than the 619,913 individuals who naturalized in 2010, but less than the 743,715 individuals who naturalized in 2009. Of interest, is the sharp increase in the number of people … Continue reading “More People Naturalized This Year Than Last” A great deal of buzz has occurred following the conviction of the defendant in the “bullying” case out of New Jersey that led to the “It Gets Better” campaign. Whether or not the punishment fits the crime, it appears that the defendant now faces the possibility of deportation. It also appears that the defendant’s parents … Continue reading “Why Naturalize? Protecting Your Kids From Their Stupidity” The USCIS recently updated its guide to naturalization for individuals who seek to become citizens of the United States. The guide offers great guidance to those who think they are eligible and want to know what to expect. However, no guide can offer the same analysis as a naturalization lawyer. Here is what is included … Continue reading “New, Revised Naturalization Guide Issued by Immigration Agency” The U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Service recently announced the opening of its newest New York City Immigration office. The Queens Immigration Office is located at 27-35 Jackson Ave. and is open from 7 a. m. to 3:30 p.m. The immigration office contains waiting rooms, an Application Support Center (for biometric interviews), and a naturalization ceremony … The U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) recently released naturalization processing statistics for every USCIS local office in the United States. The report includes statistics from fiscal years 2010, 2011 and 2012. The report includes statistics on the number of applications accepted, approved and denied. Additionally, the report indicated that normal naturalization cases are … Continue reading “National Naturalization Processing Time is 4 months” Do you know how much it costs someone to file for naturalization? In 1983, it cost $35 to become a U.S. citizen. Today, it cost most naturalization applicants $680. Talk about inflation! 319(b) Naturalization Overview: Expedited Naturalization is available to certain spouses of U.S. citizens who are working outside of the United States. INA 319(b) allows for qualifying permanent residents to immediately gain citizenship by taking the oath of naturalization while in the United States. Who Qualifies for 319 (b) Naturalization? Expedited naturalization is available to … Continue reading “319(b) Expedited Naturalization for Spouses of U.S. Citizens Working Overseas” In a grand gesture of patriotism, the USCIS conducted 24,000 naturalizations over the July 4th weekend. The naturalizations were held throughout the United States and the world and included many immigrants who are serving in the armed forces. The naturalizations were accomplished through 350 ceremonies, including at Independence Hall in Philadelphia; the Jimmy Carter Library … Continue reading “USCIS Naturalizes 24,000 During July 4th Week” To commemorate flag day, the USCIS is holding naturalization ceremonies in Buffalo, New York, Baltimore & Washington, DC, among other places. The USCIS director will personally attend ceremonies at the Smithsonian in Washington, DC and at Fort McHenry in Baltimore. The naturalization ceremony is the end of a long process that immigrants must pass through … Continue reading “Naturalization Ceremonies Held to Commemorate Flag Day” Many people ask the firm to help them become American citizens. Many are eligible – but, many are not. Many factors go into determining eligibility for naturalization – eligibility cannot be determined in a five minute conversation. These questions will help many determine whether they are eligible for naturalization. The questions are: Are you a … Continue reading “Do I Qualify for Citizenship? The First Questions to Ask” An individual applying for naturalization must have “Good Moral Character.” The immigration agency has wide discretion in determining whether someone has good moral character. However. there are some set principles that apply. If you are thinking about naturalizing, please contact a naturalization lawyer to ensure your eligibility. As the follow demonstrates, naturalizing can get confusing. … Continue reading “Good Moral Character and the Naturalization Application” On President’s Day, the USCIS held a ceremony in Iraq to naturalize 53 service members who are currently serving their country. The 53 service members are able to naturalize in Iraq due to changes in the law that allow service members to naturalize while serving overseas. Noncitizens who have serviced in the armed forces may … Continue reading “Naturalization Ceremony In Iraq For 53 Service Members” |
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