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Why Your Naturalization Certificate Is Important A Certificate of Naturalization proves your U.S. citizenship after completing the Oath of Allegiance. If you’ve lost your naturalization certificate, never received or need a new copy for legal purposes,...

What Is Form I-130 and Why Processing Time Matters Form I-130, officially known as the Petition for Alien Relative, is the first step in helping a family member immigrate to the United States. Filed by a...

Get the latest on green card processing times for FY 2025. Learn how long it takes, what delays to expect, how to track your application—and what you can do to speed things up....
Get accurate, up-to-date insights on USCIS processing times in 2025, plus expert tips to track your case, avoid delays, and file with confidence....
The Form I-485 Processing Time update is made based on the most recent USCIS field‑office data....

When pursuing U.S. citizenship, one typically wonders about the duration of the entire process, from submitting the Application for Naturalization (Form N-400) to taking the Oath of Allegiance. It’s essential to understand that the time frame...

The timeframe required to receive naturalized citizenship for immigrants who marry U.S. citizens expedites, but the naturalization process still entails multiple steps over several years. Understanding the rules around citizenship through marriage and following the guidelines...

The Green Card is a crucial document for an immigrant or a foreign national who seeks to live and work permanently in the United States. It provides proof of an individual’s permanent residency status in the...

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