If you are an immigrant in the United States, you are likely used to it taking a while to process your immigration-related applications and paperwork. Knowing the U.S. immigration system is rife with delays, you may wonder how long the naturalization process takes. On average, the application for naturalization takes about six to nine months […]
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For many immigrants, U.S. citizenship is the final step in a journey many years in the making. But sometimes, your application for naturalization is denied, leaving you unsure what happens next. Generally, you remain a lawful permanent resident (LPR) and may reapply to naturalize. Having your application for naturalization denied is rarely disastrous. If you
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Becoming a U.S. citizen remains the dream of many immigrants who have made a home here. But, the naturalization interview inspires anxiety in many potential citizens. Throughout this article, we offer naturalization interview tips to help you prepare for and hopefully ace your interview. Preparation is key to a successful naturalization interview. As you prepare,
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Naturalizing provides many benefits, including new legal rights and protections. The road to naturalization can be long but well worth the wait. Below, we explore how to become a naturalized citizen, including the steps you must take and how to become eligible. The multi-national staff at the Law Office of Rosina C. Stambaugh can help
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Despite holding a permanent residence card, lawful permanent residents (LPRs) must regularly renew their green cards. But you may wonder, “When do I have to renew my green card?” Because of processing delays at the United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS), you should renew your green card early. Generally, you can renew a 10-year
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Most green cards are permanent, expiring after 10 years, but regularly renewable. However, some green cards expire after only two years and require you to meet conditions before you qualify for a 10-year, renewable card. To get a removal of the conditions, you have to convince the United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) that
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Secretary of Homeland Security Alejandro N. Mayorkas has declared an extension and redesignation of Temporary Protected Status (TPS) for Ethiopia, lasting 18 months from June 13, 2024, to December 12, 2025. This decision stems from the persisting armed conflict and challenging conditions within Ethiopia, rendering it unsafe for individuals to return. The announcement, outlined in
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Determining how to apply for a reentry permit can cause confusion even among those who know immigration law well. Lawful permanent residents (LPRs) should request a reentry permit from United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) if they expect to be outside the U.S. for one year or longer. If you need help applying for
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💡 Key Takeaways Expired cards raise risks without timely renewal: Failing to apply leaves you technically without valid status and can hinder employment, licensing, travel, and increase deportation exposure over time. Filing triggers automatic validity extensions: Accepted I-90 or N-400 filings extend unconditional cards two years, and accepted I-751 or I-829 filings extend conditional cards
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