Your certificate of citizenship helps you to prove that you are a US citizen and can be important if you are applying for jobs, immigration applications, or otherwise need to prove your status as a US citizen. You will need USCIS form N-600 to apply to get a US Certificate of Citizenship. In order to […]
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If you want to live and work permanently in the US, you will need to secure permanent residency status by securing a US green card. Luckily, there are many ways that you can qualify for a US green card. For example, you may qualify through employment, through family, through asylum or refugee status, or through
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If you are a lawful permanent resident or US citizen, you can sponsor some family members to come and live in the US. Family-sponsored green cards can help you to bring your family to the US to live, which can help you keep your family close and can help you provide new opportunities for family
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Now that 2011 is ended, it is time to look back at some of the top immigration trends and issues of the year: Concerns about federal immigration laws led some states in 2011 to create their own immigration laws. Florida, Georgia, Utah, Alabama, and South Carolina all passed their own legislation to address illegal immigration,
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A new study by The National Foundation for American Policy has found that immigrant labor and immigrant work has helped create US jobs and some of the top companies emerging in the US today. According to the study, high-growth start-ups are creating the majority of new jobs domestically today. And those who are creating the
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In general, the citizenship interview and test is intended to test your knowledge of US history and civics as well as your knowledge of written and spoken English. Many applicants worry about the English portion of the citizenship interview, but it is important to note that if you live and work with the English language
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If you want to petition a family member for a green card, family sponsorship allows you to support your family member’s ability to get a green card. This can allow you to be reunited in the US with your family and will allow your family the benefits of living and working in the US. However,
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Hiring a foreign worker may be important for your business – you may not be able to find a qualified US worker for the job you have. You may need the expertise that is only available through a non-US worker. The good news is that many organizations hire foreign workers all the time. The bad
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If you have lost your US Certificate of Citizenship and need to replace it in order to prove your status, you can request a new certificate by filing Form N-565 with the US Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS). Form N-565 only requires some biographical information and is only two pages long. It is quite easy
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Applying for a US green card is an important step. It allows you to enjoy all the benefits of a permanent resident, including the right to live and work permanently in the US. If you qualify for a US green card, you want to ensure that you get that document in the mail. Unfortunately, applying
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Many businesses and organizations are making the switch from paper-based office systems to more online and digitized systems, and the USCIS (U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services) is no different. Reducing paper use can make organizational efforts more effective, can reduce costs, and can make office processes more environmentally-friendly. The USCIS hopes to realize all these
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