Some applications may require interviews
United States Citizenship and Immigration Services has announced that beginning on October 1, certain applicant categories will have to attend an in-person interview throughout the process of obtaining permanent resident status. Individuals who will be required to attend an in person interview are those applying for an adjustment of status because of employment and those... Read More
What information do I need to know for the Naturalization Test?
When it comes time for an individual to take the naturalization test in order to become an official United States citizen, it is very important that they prepare for the exam. Luckily, U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services has provided those who are preparing with a number of resources that they can use to study. How is... Read More
Naturalization for Spouses of US Citizens
If you are the permanent resident spouse of a United States citizen and are curious about your eligibility for naturalization, there are a few things you should know. The Immigration and Nationality Act states that if you have been a permanent resident with a valid green card for at least 3 years and you have... Read More
What should I know about a fingerprint requirement?
When an individual applies for naturalization, they will have to go through a few security provisions before they can continue on to the next step. First, they will be required to have a background check done by the Federal Bureau of Investigations. The FBI will conduct a name check, which looks into the criminal background... Read More
Grants to aid in assimilation for new citizens
When a permanent resident has made the decision to go through the Naturalization process, they will have to take a few tests to complete everything. They will have to prove their proficiency in reading, writing, and speaking English, as well as their knowledge of United States history and civics. Of course, this is understandably difficult for many people because learning... Read More
Premium Processing for H-1B Resumed
A few months back, the United States Citizenship and Immigration Services announced that they would put a stop to the premium processing option to expedite the H-1B visa process. This week, however, the USCIS has decided to reinstate the premium processing option for these visas. H-1B visas are for foreign nationals who wish to come... Read More
15,000 additional H-2B visa workers to be accepted
The Department of Homeland Security has just announced that they will be accepting an additional 15,000 temporary workers for agricultural jobs under the H-2B program. The Secretary of Labor and the Secretary of Homeland Security have come to the conclusion that there are not enough willing and able seasonal agricultural U.S. workers and that as... Read More
Findings on FY2017 Permanent Residents
With the first half of the fiscal year 2017 already behind us, the Department of Homeland Security has released data regarding recent trends in immigration in the United States. Included in the release of data is statistical information about lawful permanent residents, refugees, naturalizations, and more. Please note that Fiscal Year 2017 actually began on... Read More
15,000 New Citizens Naturalized around July 4th
Fourth of July is the day in which Americans celebrate the official birth of our nation. One way the USCIS is celebrating is through the naturalization of 15,000 new American citizens. These naturalization ceremonies will take place in over 65 different ceremonies across the United States at various landmarks. Though not all 65 ceremonies will take... Read More
What are health-related grounds of inadmissibility?
In order to keep the United States free from significant threats to public health, all visa applicants are required to undergo medical examinations. Anyone who is found to have a disease that may result in a serious threat to public health may not be eligible for entrance into the United States. There are four reasons... Read More