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Get ready for citizenship with confidence. Use this checklist to file Form N-400 and prepare for your USCIS interview....

If you are currently in the U.S. and wish to apply for permanent residency, you will be eligible to adjust your status. If this is something you wish to undergo, Form I-485 will be mandated for...

Upon becoming a naturalized U.S. citizen, the decision to obtain these two certificates is a large one. At first glance, these two certificates seem incredibly similar because they both show proof of citizenship. However, there are...

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...

A passport is an “internationally recognized travel document that verifies the identity and nationality of the bearer.” Remember that you should have a valid U.S. passport to enter and leave most foreign countries. The U.S. Department...

Adjustment of Status (AOS) is the process of applying for lawful permanent resident status, also known as a green card, while residing in the United States. The process of applying for a green card through AOS can be...

As a non-immigrant, you gain entry into the United States of America for specific purposes such as study, business or pleasure and for a definite time period. When you enter the United States on a non-immigrant...

When immigrating to the United States, obtaining a green card is an essential step on the path to citizenship. You can get a United States green card either through adjustment of status or consular processing. The...

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