America serves as a relatively safe country for victims seeking refuge from their current life circumstances. Sometimes, this means providing visas for people fleeing from a country in war. Other times, it means providing a safe haven for victims of human trafficking....
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What if you fail the English or Civics naturalization tests?
When you wish to become a U.S. citizen through the process of naturalization so that you may live in Georgia on a permanent basis, you must take part in a multi-step naturalization process. Part of this process involves taking two tests: an English test and a Civics...
What topics should study for the naturalization test?
The naturalization test will verify your understanding of the rights and responsibilities of U.S. citizenship. Passing this test is one of the final steps in your immigration process. Whether or not you pass the naturalization test depends on how well you prepare....
Do I have to leave the U.S. if my F-1 visa expires?
If you are foreign national studying in the United States, you likely hold an F-1 visa. This allows you to enter the U.S. to study full-time at an accredited university, college or other approved educational institution. Though your F-1 visa has an expiration date,...
What is a provisional visa revocation?
Individuals who hold non-immigrant visas for the purpose of working or studying in the United States are subject to a variety of laws that may affect their status. As such, those who violate immigration laws may have their visas revoked. The Association of...
What did SCOTUS recently decide about temporary protected status?
U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services can grant temporary protected status to people from a country where conditions prevent them from returning safely. Temporary protected status can extend to people who initially entered the country illegally. In June 2021, the...
What benefits does DACA have?
The Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) program, enacted by the then-President in 2012, changed the game for many undocumented immigrants in the country. It allowed for these undocumented immigrants to work, live, and attend school in America legally. Many...
Avoid these common green card interview mistakes
If you want to live and work permanently in the United States, you may want to apply for permanent resident status. Obtaining a green card can be a complicated process. One of the most important steps is the interview with U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services...
What might increase my chances of getting an employment visa?
Each fiscal period, the United States opens up around 140,000 visas for employment purposes. While this may seem like a lot, it is highly competitive to secure visas. The U.S. Department of State explains that it awards visas based on preference categories. Ideally,...
How can you reschedule your asylum interview?
While your asylum interview is a critical piece to obtaining asylum, you cannot always predict the cards life hands you. There may be various reasons why you cannot make your appointment. According to the USCIS, if you fail to appear, the asylum office can deny your...