It is natural to be skeptical about a company and a product that seems too good to be true. Whether you are concerned about being scammed or having your sensitive data stolen, you are right to ask questions about anyone you plan to do business with—especially when something as precious as your immigration status is […]

For individuals hoping to complete their application on their own, applying for citizenship can be daunting. There are multiple requirements to meet and forms to complete. And if there are any mistakes, the U.S. Citizenship Immigration Services (USCIS) may reject your petition. One of the first steps in that long process is determining if you’re

Despite terminating the mandatory military draft on January 27, 1973, the United States still manages a database of eligible men used to furnish “trained and untrained manpower to the Department of Defense” in a national emergency.  This means the United States does not maintain a conscripted military, and physically joining the armed forces is entirely

U.S. Green Card holders are eligible for Medicare. However, the length of time you’ve lived and worked in the U.S. could affect the type of coverage you can get.  The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) estimated there were more than two million lawful permanent residents (LPR) aged 65 or older living in the United States in 2019. With this

Foreign nationals who live in the United States legally understand how confusing it is to submit paperwork to the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS). To make matters worse, some of their forms have similar names. For example, Forms N-400 and N-600 may appear similar. There is one main difference between USCIS Form N-400 and Form

Millions of people immigrate to the United States every year in search of a better life. Some are here on a temporary work visa, while others live and work in the U.S. permanently with a green card. A select few take the final step of naturalization to become U.S. citizens and enjoy the benefits and

Preparing your green card application requires a lot more than just the form. You’ll need to submit supporting documents that prove you’re eligible for U.S. permanent residence. What exactly are the green card documents you’ll need?  That depends on your situation or eligibility category. Click below on your green card category to see which supporting

The high cost of filing the U.S. citizenship application, Form N-400, may give you second thoughts about applying for naturalization. Fortunately, applicants that demonstrate financial need can qualify to pay discounted rates, or even no filing fee, to the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) when they apply.  The reduced fee, or partial fee waiver, is available

Many people get Form I-134 and Form I-864 confused, and it’s no wonder! They’re both called Affidavits of Support and are frequently only referred to by their numbers. While both documents allow immigrants to sponsor someone else for citizenship, the difference between them is small—but important. What Is an Affidavit of Support? An Affidavit of

A visa is a document that allows a foreigner to enter a country. While a passport serves as international identification, the visa is what gives you permission to enter. Every country has its own visa policies, including not needing one at all. In the U.S., there are two main types of visas, immigrant visas and