Wasden

Citizenship

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Is Your Green Card at Risk After the Death of

The journey to obtaining Lawful Permanent Resident (LPR) status can be complex, especially when unforeseen circumstances arise. One such situation is the death of a U.S. citizen or permanent resident spouse while Form I-751, Petition...

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New citizens at a naturalization ceremony in the United States, raising their hands to take the Oath of Allegiance with U.S. flags in the foreground.

Why Do Certain States Have the Highest Number of LPRs?

From 2020 to 2024, the United States saw millions of Lawful Permanent Residents (LPRs) become eligible for naturalization. These individuals, often referred to as Green Card holders, come from diverse backgrounds and have met specific...

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Submit Form I-693 and I-485 together to avoid USCIS delays and streamline your immigration process.

Applying for a Green Card? You Might Need This Medical

As of December 2, 2024, USCIS has updated the process for individuals filing Form I-485, Application to Register Permanent Residence or Adjust Status. Applicants are now required to submit Form I-693, Report of Immigration Medical...

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Immigrant worker holding I-485 application with Employment Authorization Document (EAD) while considering job change during green card process.

Can Changing Jobs During Your I-485 Process Impact Your Green

Changing jobs while your I-485 (Application to Adjust Status) is pending can be a significant decision. It’s exciting but also requires careful planning to avoid immigration complications. With an Employment Authorization Document (EAD) in hand,...

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What Happens to America’s Children When Their Parents Are Deported?

The recent announcement of mass deportation plans has raised significant concerns about the well-being of U.S. citizen children with immigrant parents. Approximately 4 million U.S.-born children live with at least one undocumented parent, making them...

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What Every Parent Needs to Know About USCIS’s New Citizenship

On November 19, 2024, the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) issued updated guidance on the legal and physical custody requirements for children acquiring U.S. citizenship under sections 320 and 322 of the Immigration and...

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Immigrants taking the Oath of Allegiance during a naturalization ceremony in a large atrium, symbolizing the path to U.S. citizenship.

Can Missing Deadlines Derail Your Path to Citizenship? Find Out

In 2023, the United States welcomed 878,500 new citizens through naturalization, with individuals from Mexico, India, the Philippines, the Dominican Republic, and Cuba comprising 32% of this group. The median duration as a lawful permanent...

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Dual Citizenship: Unlocking Global Opportunities and Responsibilities

Authors: Jonathan Wasden & Justin Rivera, Immigration Attorneys Dual citizenship is a unique status that allows individuals to be citizens of two countries at the same time. This can lead to many advantages and challenges. In...

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2024 USCIS Ombudsman Report: What Immigrants Need to Know?

Authors: Jonathan Wasden & Justin Rivera, Immigration Attorneys The Citizenship and Immigration Services Ombudsman’s (CIS Ombudsman) 2024 Annual Report to Congress offers insights into challenges and progress within the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS). The...

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