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U.S. citizenship

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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A family discussing citizenship documents with their child in a bright, modern office. The parents and child are smiling and engaged.

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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