13
Feb
2014
U.S. Citizen Sponsorship of a Foreign National Fiancé/e or Spouse
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06
Feb
2014
USCIS Releases New Form N-400
The U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) recently released a new version of the application for naturalization (form N-400). This new N-400 is 21 pages in length - 11 pages longer than the previous version. While the revised N-400 includes many additional questions, it should...
20
Nov
2012
Holiday Shopping: Know the Law
During the holidays there is generally a rise in retail reports of shoplifting. This may be attributable to the overall increase in shopping during the holiday season, when storekeepers must be particularly watchful. Store displays at this time of year may also prove especially tempting...
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20
Oct
2012
Biometric Notices for All I-131 Applicants
The Nebraska Service Center (NSC) of the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) recently announced that, regardless of age, all applicants who file for reentry permit or refugee travel document (Form I-131) are being issued biometric appointment notices. The purpose of these biometric appointments is...
24
Aug
2012
Religious Accommodations for Photographs and Fingerprints
The USCIS issued a policy memorandum on July 23, 2012 detailing current policies regarding available accommodations for religious beliefs as it relates to immigration photographs and fingerprinting requirements. The memo makes it clear that, while some accommodations are available, the USCIS will not waive photograph...
30
Mar
2012
Global Entry Program Expansion
The U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) published a notice in the Federal Register announcing the expansion of the Global Entry Program (GEP). This program facilitates entry to the United States for qualified, trusted travelers. Background on Global Entry Program Details regarding the permanent creation of the...
20
Mar
2012
Citizenship FAQs
Question 1. What are the basic requirements for naturalization (filing for U.S. citizenship)?The statute (the letter of the law) provides that, in order to file a naturalization application, an applicant must: a. be an LPR (lawful permanent resident, i.e., green card holder; exception if served in...
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Nov
2011
New Filing Instructions for N-Forms Dealing with Citizenship
The U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) issued an update on October 19, 2011 regarding the processing of forms for naturalization to U.S. citizenship and proof of U.S. citizenship. The new filing instructions direct the applicants to file all USCIS N forms at a centralized...
26
Aug
2011
Murthy Success Story: Clients Become U.S. Citizens after N-400 Denials
For almost a decade, foreign nationals and their employers have benefited from the provisions of the American Competitiveness in the 21st Century Act (AC21) in employment-based, permanent residence cases. These provisions allow for enhanced employment flexibility as part of the permanent resident (commonly referred to...
29
Apr
2011
INS Long Gone: Search Under Correct Name
Apparently, many people still use the term INS (for Immigration and Naturalization Service) when referring to the governmental entity responsible for immigration enforcement and benefits. As many of our readers are aware, the INS ceased to exist on March 1, 2003. The term is simply...
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