The wait time for I-130 processing varies for each family. Typically, I-130 forms are processed in the order received. Other factors that impact wait times include the relationship between the applicant and beneficiary and the total number of I-130 forms received for processing. Immediate Family Members I-130 applications for immediate family members are usually processed […]

Military service in the U.S. military can offer citizenship applicants certain benefits not offered to other types of applicants. The most important is that: You (and your children and spouse) may gain citizenship even if you don’t meet all of the general requirements You may not have to pay any application or biometric fees. You

A U.S. permanent resident has the right to travel freely in an out of the country. This is one the benefits of having a green card. You do not have to apply for any visa or any other authorization to be able to return to the U.S. When you arrive, you simply show the U.S.

When a U.S. permanent resident is planning to renew their Green Card, it’s also important for them to prepare for the renewal fees. In order to renew the Green Card, the permanent resident may file Form I-90, the Application to Replace Permanent Resident Card, with U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS). When filing for Green

Green Card Information Permanent Resident Cards are a primary form of identification for permanent residents. Also known as Green Cards, these official documents allow their holders to live and work in the U.S. as well as re-enter the U.S. after traveling abroad for short periods of time. Green Cards may also be helpful in filing

USCIS Background Checks for Green Cards USCIS will not approve any application for lawful permanent resident status or other certain immigration benefits until it completes checks against database systems within the Department of Justice, the Federal Bureau of Investigation and the Department of Homeland Security. These processes are generally referred to as a background check

Una tarjeta de registro de extranjero en los Estados Unidos también se conoce como el Formulario I-551, una tarjeta verde o una tarjeta de residencia permanente. Esta tarjeta brinda al titular una forma de probar su estado legal para vivir y trabajar de manera permanente en los Estados Unidos. Es importante señalar que los residentes

One of the most common ways for people to become lawful permanent residents of the United States – that is, to get their green card – is through marriage to a U.S. citizen. It is also one of the quickest ways to obtain permanent residence and later citizenship. However, a green card does not follow

Affidavits and Affiants USCIS defines an affidavit as “a document in which a person states facts” and swears that “the facts are true and accurate.” The person writing the affidavit is known as the affiant. Affidavits can take many different forms and serve in a number of situations. However, USCIS has specific requirements for the

Application for U.S. Citizenship If you are eligible to apply for citizenship, you may apply for citizenship using Form N-400, provide supporting documents, pay a filing fee of $640, and a biometrics fee, if required, of $85. The total amount of the fees is $740. The eligibility quiz can help you to decide if you