Many reasons, including to be with their family members, find employment or go to school, lead people to come to the United States. For some, the dream of coming to the U.S. includes becoming a citizen. There are several requirements for legal permanent residents to...
The path to gaining U.S. citizenship is full of excitement and anticipation but it can also be complicated. There are papers to file, deadlines to meet and tests to take, increasing complexity for foreign nationals. Legal guidance can make a big difference in your...
When people in America talk about illegal immigration or immigrants who are illegally entering the country, they are almost always talking about crossing the southern border. This type of immigration is often on the news, and people are aware that it happens....
Moving to the United States from another country is a major life change that can be very difficult to adjust to. There are many things that can make this a difficult situation. While not every person who immigrates to the U.S. will experience the same challenges,...
With an H1–B visa or another type of employment visa, maintaining that employment is important. After all, the visa was only issued because you were going to take a job. In some cases, your visa may be entirely dependent on sponsorship from your employer, so you need...
Immigrating into the United States is the dream of many people. For some, their time in this country is limited because they’re only here on a temporary visa. An adjustment of status is an avenue to transition from a temporary status to a permanent resident. There...
Naturalization is the legal process of becoming a United States citizen. Those who meet certain requirements can apply, attend an interview and undergo testing to become citizens. Many immigrants find the naturalization process intimidating. They worry about the...
The United States has a rich cultural tradition of accepting immigrants. In 2019, immigrants made up over 13% of the population and this number has continued to grow. Most people have heard of the “American dream” and the country’s reputation for being the land of the...
Serving in a branch of the U.S. military has its benefits. For example, you can earn a steady income while performing meaningful work and securing your future. Another lesser-known advantage of military service for foreign nationals is the opportunity to obtain...
Someone born in the United States would be a natural-born citizen. An immigrant does not have this immediate option. Many people who immigrate to the U.S. hope to become citizens through a naturalization process. If applicants desire to do this, they must fulfill...