The Difficult Path to the American Dream: Immigrants are finding it increasingly difficult to obtain US citizenship

On an autumn morning, Jonas Waldab came to the Paramount Theater in downtown Oakland, California. The Art Deco landmark built in the 1930s is reminiscent of the golden age of Hollywood, with high ceilings and spiral staircases. Waldab, in an elegant dark suit, is dressed for a special occasion as ...

Where you will be free to help prepare for US citizenship

The US Citizenship and Immigration Service regularly holds free informational meetings where you can get prepared for obtaining American citizenship. The schedule of these events is posted on the service website. Classes are held for US citizens, as well as for those who only intend to obtain citizenship. ...

10 US Citizenship Requirements

Aliens who are not US citizens by birth go through the naturalization process and thus voluntarily wish to become a citizen of the United States of America. If you are thinking of taking an oath of allegiance to America, learn about 10 steps to naturalization. Before applying, you must complete ...

What rights gives US citizenship

Obtaining US citizenship gives permanent residents new rights and benefits. But citizenship also brings new responsibilities. Obtaining US citizenship gives permanent residents new rights and benefits. But citizenship also brings new responsibilities. Why do I need to obtain US citizenship? To become a citizen ...

34 Thousands of Immigrants Will Receive US Citizenship By Constitution Day

The United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) announced that in honor of Constitution and Citizenship Day, nearly 34 immigrants will receive American citizenship during 300 naturalization ceremonies across the country. The ceremonies will take place from 316 to 13 September. One of…

10 steps to naturalization: the process of obtaining US citizenship

Obtaining US citizenship gives permanent residents new rights and benefits. In order to apply for naturalization, you need to complete Form N-400, Application for Naturalization. General steps in the naturalization process Step 1. Determine if you are already a US citizen What ...

Oklahoma cop rescues immigrant on his 'happiest day'

In Oklahoma, police on Facebook shared a touching story about an immigrant, an officer, and a very important ceremony. According to the Oklahoma City State Police, on the most important day for an immigrant from Ethiopia - taking the oath - the man's left tire literally flew off the wheel. ...

Report: Naturalized immigrants are more successful and educated than U.S. Natives

The US Census Bureau has released new data on the income, employment and education of migrants and Native Americans. The full employment rate of US residents who were born outside the country was higher last year than those who were born in the US, writes ...

States where immigrants most often receive US citizenship

If you were born in another country and became a legal American citizen, there's a good chance you live in California, government statistics say. California added more than 2017 naturalized U.S. citizens in 150, or nearly twice as many as...

USCIS will change the naturalization test

The United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) will revise the current naturalization test to create a meaningful, consistent and effective test that will assess applicants' knowledge and understanding of US history, government, and values. This spring, the former director of USCIS signed the "Revision of the Memorandum of Citizenship Verification ...

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