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Can Green Card Holders Vote in U.S. Elections? Learn Here More!

While United States permanent residents enjoy many of the same rights as citizens, voting is not one of them. Green card holders may not vote in federal elections and are generally forbidden from voting in local and state elections as well—though not always. The most important question is whether it’s legal for green card holders to […]

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How to Find Your Alien Registration Number and Why It Matters

The United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) assigns an Alien Registration Number to every immigrant. This important number is required on immigration paperwork and other official documents. Depending on the type of visa or immigration documents you carry, you can find your Alien Registration Number in different places. Use our guide to determine where

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Class of Admission Definition, Purpose, and Importance Explained

Class of Admission is a designation given to nonimmigrants when they enter the country. Generally, it aligns with your initial visa type. Your Class of Admission can be found on your I-94, Arrival/Departure Record, and on your Permanent Resident Green Card. As you go through the immigration process with the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services

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Understanding Form G-325A: Purpose and Filing Requirements

Form G-325A was a USCIS form that collected biographical information from an applicant. It was a supplemental form that was only required in special cases. The information collected on Form G-325A allowed the USCIS to check the applicant’s or petitioner’s background and was fairly simple to complete. However, since 2017, the information asked for on

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5 Key Things to Know About the Green Card Medical Exam

Applying for a green card requires more than just filing applications and submitting documentation. Most individuals who are seeking U.S. permanent residency are also required to go through a medical examination by a doctor certified by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS).  While preparing for your doctor visit, there are five things you need to know

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5 Really Important Reasons to Become a U.S. Citizen Right Now

There are many reasons to become a U.S. Citizen—whether it’s the right to vote or the ability to bring your family to the United States. There are many amazing benefits from gaining citizenship that you may not have considered. Here are five of the top reasons to consider becoming a U.S. citizen right now. 1) Protecting Your

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Safeguard Your Citizenship Status Before Laws Change

Potential changes to U.S. birthright citizenship laws have been announced, including statements from former President Trump about ending automatic citizenship for children born to non-citizen parents. What’s Happening with Birthright Citizenship? Trump has emphasized that he plans to issue an executive order to challenge birthright citizenship, potentially redefining who qualifies as a U.S. citizen under

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Por qué solicitar la ciudadanía estadounidense es mejor que quedarse con una tarjeta verde (Green Card)

Beneficios de la ciudadanía estadounidense Aunque tener una tarjeta verde viene acompañado de varios beneficios, como vivir y trabajar de forma indefinida en los Estados Unidos, los beneficios de la ciudadanía superan ampliamente los de la residencia permanente (tarjetas verdes). Sin límite para viajar El pasaporte estadounidense, considerado uno de los pasaportes más poderosos del

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