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A Guide to Naturalization
(Separate Website)
This Guide is to help people understand the naturalization process. It is for people 18 years or older who want to become citizens. U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) created this Guide to provide better and more consistent information to people interested in naturalization.
By: U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Service
Answers to Common Questions - How Do I . . .
(Separate Website)
The Bureau of Citizenship and Immigration Services has created a series of documents that they call "How Do I ??s" These documents cover a wide variety of topics on immigration matters and are meant to assist you in finding the information you need about a particular immigration and asylum subject. Each How Do I ?? starts with background information on the chosen topic, and then helps answer your questions about INS procedures. Each How Do I ?? links you to information on the INS Website and, sometimes, to relevant information on other U.S. Government Websites. These links go to the relevant sections of immigration law and federal regulations, to instructions on applying for immigration benefits, the correct form and fee, and so on.
By: U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services
Become a United States Citizen
(Separate Website)
This web page provides basic information about the process for becoming a United States citizen.
By: The American Immigration Law Foundation
Beware of Dishonest Immigrant Consultants
(Separate Website)
Recent immigrants who don't speak English fluently are easy prey for dishonest people who pretend to help them. This brochure, by the National Consumer Law Center helps you protect yourself against dishonest immigrant consultants.
By: National Consumer Law Center
Check Your Immigration Status Online
(Separate Website)
If you have an application receipt number, you can check the status of your case online.
By: U.S. Citizen and Immigration Service
How Can An Immigration Lawyer Help You?
(Separate Website)
If you or a family member is interested in living in the United States, you may need someone who can help you understand U.S. immigration laws and who can help you apply for legal status. This page will help you decide if you need an immigration lawyer and what you need to know to choose a qualified lawyer or authorized representative. Lawyers will tell you what to expect up front. They will warn you of the risks and possibilities that can reasonably be expected.
By: American Immigration Lawyers Association
Immigration Basics - Overview
(Separate Website)
This web page explains basic information about immigration classifications in the United States and describes the process for adjusting your classification.
By: The American Immigration Law Foundation
Instituto de los Mexicanos en el Exterior
(Separate Website)
El IME cubre las funciones de la Oficina Presidencial para la Atención de las Comunidades Mexicanas en el Extranjero y del Programa para las Comunidades Mexicanas en el Exterior; cuenta con un Consejo Consultivo integrado por 152 miembros, representantes de la comunidad mexicana y mexicano-americana en Estados Unidos.
By: Instituto de los Mexicanos en el Exterior
Limited English Proficiency Education Community Education on Limited English Proficiency
By: South Carolina Legal Services
Make an Appointment with the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services
(Separate Website)
Make an Online Appointment with the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services.
By: U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services
Public Charge Fact Sheet
(Separate Website)
Information for immigrants who receive public benefits and are trying to get a green card. PDF document (may load slowly).
By: South Carolina Appleseed Legal Justice Center
U.S. Passports
(Separate Website)
The Passport Services Office provides information and services to American citizens about how to obtain, replace or change a passport. A passport is an internationally recognized travel document that verifies the identity and nationality of the bearer. A valid U.S. passport is required to enter and leave most foreign countries. Only the U.S. Department of State has the authority to grant, issue or verify United States passports. This web site contains more information about U.S. passports.
By: U.S. Department of State
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