Naturalization and Citizenship

Legal Information

• A Guide to Naturalization

  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. Content Detail

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  U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Service

• Answers to Common Questions - How Do I . . .

  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. Content Detail

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  U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services

• Become a United States Citizen

  This web page provides basic information about the process for becoming a United States citizen. Content Detail

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  The American Immigration Law Foundation

• Beware of Dishonest Immigrant Consultants

  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. Content Detail

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  National Consumer Law Center

• Check Your Immigration Status Online

  If you have an application receipt number, you can check the status of your case online. Content Detail

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  U.S. Citizen and Immigration Service

• How Can An Immigration Lawyer Help You?

  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. Content Detail

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  American Immigration Lawyers Association

• Instituto de los Mexicanos en el Exterior

  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. Content Detail

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  Instituto de los Mexicanos en el Exterior

• Limited English Proficiency Education PDF

  Community Education on Limited English Proficiency Content Detail

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  South Carolina Legal Services

• Make an Appointment with the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services

  Make an Online Appointment with the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services. Content Detail

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  U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services

• Public Charge Fact Sheet

  Information for immigrants who receive public benefits and are trying to get a green card. PDF document (may load slowly). Content Detail

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  South Carolina Appleseed Legal Justice Center

• U.S. Passports

  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. Content Detail

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  U.S. Department of State

• Immigration Lawhelp

  ImmigrationLawHelp.org was designed to address the lack of reliable information available to low-income immigrants by providing an easy-to-use online directory of legal services providers. In addition to the ability to search for nonprofit legal services by state, county, and detention facility, the website allows users to find organizations by languages spoken, types of legal and other services provided, and specific areas of legal assistance. It is available in English and Spanish. Content Detail

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  Immigration Advocated Network (IAN)