Citizenship

Becoming a U.S. citizen is an important milestone that gives you new rights and opportunities. If you live in Texas and want to become a citizen, understanding the steps can help you get ready. You must meet the eligibility rules, pass the required tests, complete an...

You and your spouse both immigrated to the United States. Your relationship began in another country, but you’ve now been living in the U.S. for some time. Perhaps you’ve obtained a green card and are a permanent resident. In the future, you plan to adjust your status...

Adopting a child who was born abroad involves navigating complex legal processes to better ensure that the child’s citizenship is secured in the United States efficiently and effectively. Failure to address these concerns promptly can lead to complications later in a...

Naturalization is the process through which an immigrant becomes a citizen. Those who have lived in the United States lawfully for multiple years can request naturalization. They have to undergo a background check, pass tests and take an oath.  Becoming a naturalized...

The naturalization test is a significant part of becoming a U.S. citizen. This test evaluates the knowledge and language of applicants, ensuring that they are a good fit for the country.  To prepare for the test, it’s important to be armed with as much information as...

For many immigrants, how they arrived in the United States is less important than their goal of obtaining citizenship.  To become a U.S. citizen, however, you have to be reasonably proficient in English – at least, proficient enough to pass the test administered by...

Joining your fiancé in the U.S. to marry then is exciting. However, you need to go through several steps for this to happen. After the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) approves your form I-129F, Petition for Alien Fiancée (e), you will be invited for...

To become a citizen of the United States of America, an immigrant has to prove that they meet certain standards. The United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) will review the paperwork that they submit and perform a background check.  The applicant...

The legal process of becoming a U.S. citizen is called naturalization. Those who have resided here as green card holders for at least five years may apply for naturalization. Since the procedure involves an interview and test conducted by a U.S. Citizenship &...

Naturalization is the process you go through to obtain United States citizenship.  If you are currently in the country on a green card, you may want to find out how it works.Here is a brief summary: What does it entitle you to? Once you become a U.S. citizen, you are...