Although many people enter the United States from other countries for the purpose of living permanently in the country, not everyone plans to spend very long. Those visiting the U.S. for specific reasons may apply for a non-immigrant visa. Not everyone entering the...
Year: 2022
Understanding your rights as an immigrant
As someone who lives in California but has not yet established legal citizenship in the United States, it may serve you well to know your rights when interacting or dealing with law enforcement or U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement. Your rights may differ...
How should you study for the naturalization test?
The naturalization test is one of the final steps in your journey to acquiring U.S. citizenship. A lot of weight rests on your ability to correctly respond to testing materials. As such, adequate studying can help you feel more confident and prepared to successfully...
What should you know about family visas?
As an immigrant to the US, once you achieve permanent resident status, you likely begin thinking about bringing various of your relatives into this country, too. The Bureau of Consular Affairs of the US Department of State explains that, depending on which relatives...
What is asylum?
Asylum is a misunderstood immigration process. There are some other processes that may seem like asylum but they are not. In addition, asylum requires specific characteristics of your situation. According to the UN Refugee Agency, asylum is not a type of immigration...
What if you fail the English or Civics naturalization tests?
As someone born outside of the United States, you must take certain steps if you wish to establish U.S. citizenship and live permanently in California or another part of the United States. If you pursue U.S. citizenship through naturalization, expect to have to take...
Do you qualify for an English language exemption?
As someone seeking citizenship or shooting for naturalization in the United States, you know about the civics and English test. This checks both your knowledge about historical events in the United States and other civics matters, along with your proficiency in...
Who can apply for naturalization?
Many people travel to the United States with hopes of becoming a citizen of the county. While America is extremely welcoming to people from all over the world, there is a specific process one must go through in order to become a citizen. Before you become eligible for...