USCIS Launches New Online Change of Address Tool: What Immigrants Need to Know
Dear reader, I wanted to share an important update that U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) recently announced regarding change of address requests. On October 12th, USCIS launched a new Enterprise Change of Address (E-COA) online self-service tool. This will allow customers with pending immigration applications, petitions, or requests to easily update their address online […]
Keep Working While Your Work Permit is Pending – What You Need to Know
Hola mi gente! It’s your immigration attorney Luis Ruiz, here today. I want to talk about a question that keeps coming up as immigration cases get more and more delayed. I’m getting this question almost every week now. My work permit expired or is about to expire, I applied to renew it, but I need […]
USCIS Announces New Designs to Improve Security of Green Cards and EADs
U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) has recently made updates to the Permanent Resident Cards (also known as Green Cards) and Employment Authorization Documents (EADs) in order to enhance security and improve the overall experience for customers. The new designs will be implemented starting January 30, 2023. Features of the Upgraded Cards: These upgrades are […]
How to Prepare for the Naturalization Civics Test: Tips and Resources
The civics test is a crucial part of the naturalization interview process for individuals seeking U.S. citizenship. The test aims to assess the applicant’s understanding of U.S. history and government, as well as their ability to read, write, and speak English. During the naturalization interview, the applicant will be asked up to 10 questions from […]
USCIS Now Accepting Online Asylum Applications
The United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) has announced that they are now accepting online asylum applications. This is great news for those seeking asylum in the United States, as it will make the process more efficient and effective. To file an online asylum application, applicants must first create a USCIS online account. Once […]
USCIS Revises Form N-648 to Remove Barriers for Applicants with Disabilities
Form N-648, Medical Certification for Disability Exceptions, has been updated by USCIS to remove barriers for applicants with disabilities who wish to naturalize. The form has been shortened and simplified, and new telehealth guidelines further remove barriers for applicants and medical professionals. These changes are in response to President Biden’s Executive Order 14012, which calls […]
The Differences Between Naturalization and Citizenship
Naturalization and citizenship are often conflated. But what is naturalization? And how does it differ from citizenship? What do the terms “naturalized citizen” and “citizen by birth” mean? In this article, we will explain the differences between these two concepts and how you can become a citizen of the United States. What is citizenship? Citizenship […]
USCIS Will Begin Risk-Based Approach When Waiving Interviews for Conditional Permanent Residents
The United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) announced a new policy that went into effect on April 7, 2022. The new policy, which is effective immediately, will adopt a risk-based approach when waiving interviews for conditional permanent residents (CPR) who have filed a petition to remove the conditions on their permanent resident status. This […]
USCIS Extends Pandemic Deadline Flexibility
With the continued pandemic impacting the ability of U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) to conduct many in-person activities, the agency is extending the availability of certain flexibilities through July 25, 2022. For example, USCIS will consider responses received within 60 calendar days after the due date posted on an applicable notice or request before […]
USCIS to Offer Deferred Action for Special Immigrant Juveniles
U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services has announced that they are updating their policy manual to allow deferred action and related employment authorization for noncitizens who have an approved form I-360 for special immigrant juvenile (SIJ) classification, but who cannot apply to adjust status to become a lawful permanent resident (LPR) because a visa number is […]