If you entered the U.S. with a visa, you may have received an I-94, Arrival-Departure Record. This comparatively small and usually white or green card staples into your passport. If you want to extend your stay, transfer to a different visa status or apply for legal...
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What should you know about the good moral character requirement?
When applying for U.S. citizenship, you must meet several requirements. One such requirement, good moral character, seeks to ensure those who become naturalized citizens meet the same standards as the average community members where they reside. Therefore, you must...
What are the requirements for continuous residence?
As a naturalized citizen of the United States, you get granted privileges and rights that even legal residents do not get to enjoy. However, it is not easy to apply for naturalization, and you must meet several requirements before even considering it. The continuous...
Why was your green card application denied?
Going through the process of applying for a green card is a very difficult one. It can take effort and potentially years of time. The longer you wait and the more time and money you put into it, the higher your hopes may be. But what happens if your application gets...
Preparing for the naturalization test
Before receiving U.S. citizenship, those applying for naturalization must meet several requirements. In addition to background checks and medical reviews, these requirements also include submitting to a naturalization interview that involves a U.S. civics test and an...
Can you apply for citizenship with a disability?
The citizenship test requires you to study and prepare so you can respond to the questions with confidence and accuracy. If you have a disability, certain aspects of the test may create challenges that impact your ability to complete the requirements. Regardless of...
Are you qualified to help a family member immigrate?
Helping family members immigrate to the United States can give them a chance for a new life, including marriage and opportunities for employment. U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services notes that it is possible to petition for this action; however, there are...
How do you apply for a green card?
As an immigrant looking to work or live in the United States, a green card is one of the potential options available to you. But in order to obtain this, you must go through the proper process to apply for one. What does this process look like? What are the steps you...
How can you prepare for a family immigration interview?
The immigration and legalization process for becoming a citizen has a variety of steps you must follow before you can obtain your Visa. The U.S. Department of State notes that once you qualify for an interview, there are a few steps you must take that can help you...
Reviewing statistics on lawful permanent residence
When it comes to permanent residence in the U.S., there are a number of issues you need to consider, especially if you are pursuing citizenship. Many people are able to take their career to the next level through permanent residence and build a family while enjoying...