Category: Citizenship
Naturalization Process Explained- Become a U.S. citizen
Naturalization is the process of becoming a U.S. citizen for people who were born a citizen of another country. Becoming a citizen through naturalization takes...
How to Decide to Renew a Green Card or to Apply for U.S. Citizenship?
As a Green Card holder, you may be eligible to become a U.S. citizen. It also means that your Green Card could be expiring and...
How to Request a US Citizenship Certificate?
If you’re already a citizen of the United States, but need proof of your status, you can request a US citizenship certificate. The form used...
USCIS may start deporting more legal immigrants
A pair of new policy updates within the United States Citizenship and Immigration Services is gearing up to make it easier for the feds to...
How to prepare for the U.S. citizenship application
If you’re thinking about completing Form N-400, Application for Naturalization, there’s a lot you must consider. Cost is a big component of that. As of...
Immigration News Update: July 2018
Our immigration system is changing. We got your back if you want to stay informed with the latest on immigration news. Major changes, minor changes...
Customer Story: Paul
Paul used an attorney to help with becoming a naturalized citizen. When it came to his children’s citizenship certificates he chose to use FileRight.Listen to...
Testimonial: Carlos
Carlos quería solicitar la ciudadanía pero no sabía cómo. Su hermano le recomendó FileRight para completar el formulario. Escuchen lo que pensó Carlos del servicio....
Customer Story: Waheeda
Waheeda’s father-in-law was looking forward to completing his citizenship application but didn’t know how to get started. He asked his daughter-in-law Waheeda to help him...
USCIS Redesigns Naturalization Certificate
The United States Citizenship and Immigration Services has announced they have redesigned the citizen and naturalization certificates immigrants receive when they become U.S. citizens. In...
Citizenship Application: What you need to know
The U.S. citizenship application is the longest and most complicated form the United States Citizenship and Immigration Services uses. Form N-400 Application for Naturalization is...
U.S. Citizenship Benefits
The U.S. citizenship benefits that come with naturalization are far greater than the benefits offered to green card holders. The U.S. Constitution gives many rights...
The U.S. Citizenship Test
The U.S. Citizenship test is one of the final steps in the process to become a Naturalized U.S. Citizen. The test happens during the citizenship...
Customer Story: Fernando
Fernando’s nephew told him about FileRight when he needed to apply for a replacement citizenship certificate. Not having a certificate means you lose one way...
USCIS Creating Team to Strip Citizenship
The USCIS has announced they are going after people they believe cheated in order to obtain U.S. citizenship. USCIS Director L. Francis Cissna told the...
Applying for Citizenship Made Easy
Customer Story: Maria R Maria was looking for how to get her citizenship application done quickly and correctly. She found FileRight and now she’s ready...
USCIS Retira Miles de Tarjetas Verdes
The United States Citizenship and Immigration Service has just announced a withdrawal of thousands of green cards due to a production error. More than 8,500...
U.S. Citizenship Eligibility
Applying for citizenship can be a daunting experience for those hoping to complete the application on their own. One of the first steps in that...
Apply for U.S. Citizenship
Applying for U.S. citizenship can happen a few different ways. The key to applying for citizenship is ensuring that you are eligible before you begin...
4 Ways to Become a U.S. Citizen
Immigrants around the world have visions of the American dream. Arriving at the land of opportunity is only the first step in a long journey...
The U.S. Citizenship Process
For many, the dream of U.S. citizenship is just that, a dream. For those who meet all the requirements, that dream can become a reality....
Una Su Familia (Unite Your Family) intends to reunite families hoping to live together legally in the United States
UnaSuFamilia.com is a grassroots FileRight initiative focused on bringing awareness to major changes to our immigration system being considered by the Trump administration. The administration...
Una Su Familia, iniciativa para reunir a las familias para que vivan juntas en los Estados Unidos
UnaSuFamilia.com is a FileRight initiative focused on communicating important changes in our immigration system that the Trump administration is considering. The administration has spoken extensively...
Customer Story: Monika
Love brought Monika to the United States from Switzerland. She is now on the verge of becoming an American citizen and actually filled out the...
Customer Story: Francine
Francine moved to the United States from Switzerland to study and decided to stay in the United States. She became a successful costume designer and...
Requirements for skipping the English test during naturalization
Under certain circumstances, an immigrant who filed Form N-400 Application for Naturalization can skip the English portion of the citizenship test if they meet certain...
Green Card: From Green Card to Citizenship
How can a green card holder apply for citizenship? Here’s the breakdown of the path from permanent residence to citizenship. Step 1: Be a Green...
Top 3 reasons U.S. Citizenship is Denied
A citizenship application could be denied for many reasons, and some can be prevented! Before you start the long, expensive naturalization process, educate yourself on...
How to Prove U.S. Citizenship?
There are two common reasons why people need to prove their citizenship. First, people who need to show proof of citizenship for job or tax...
Does the U.S. Allow Dual Citizenship?
Yes! You can have U.S. citizenship and be a citizen of a second country. Here are answers to the most frequently asked questions about dual...
Translating a document for the USCIS: What you need to know
When filing immigration paperwork, supporting evidence like a birth certificate may be in a foreign language. The United States Citizenship and Immigration Services requires you...
What crimes should you report to the USCIS on Form N-400?
When applying for citizenship using Form N-400 Application for Naturalization it is important to always be honest with the USCIS. Trying to keep any information...
Customer Story: Magalie
Magalie grew up in Haiti and had dreams of coming to the United States. She made her dreams a reality and is now looking forward...
Oath Ceremony
Congratulations! You’re nearly a U.S. citizen. The Oath Ceremony is the final step of the naturalization process. Do you want to know what to expect...
How To Prepare For The Citizenship Interview
The citizenship interview can be intimidating. But don’t worry—it’s simple to prepare for it. Here’s all the information you need. Need help preparing for your...
Pass the U.S. Citizenship Test
You’ve waited 5 years or more. You’ve completed the N-400 application and you’re ready for the interview. There’s only one thing standing between you and...
Steps to Citizenship
What does it take to become a U.S. citizen? This article outlines the citizenship process in three simple steps. Step 1: Check Your Eligibility The...
Tips for Do-It-Yourself U.S. Citizenship
If you’re deciding to complete your U.S. citizenship application on your own there are some very important facts you should know. The goal of most...
Naturalization applications skyrocket as USCIS backlog grows
The National Partnership for New Americans just released a report that shows the amount of immigrants applying for citizenship is up dramatically. The amount of...
Five Benefits of US Citizenship
Here are five things you’re missing out on because you haven’t become a citizen yet. 1. Bring Your Wife and Kids to the U.S. —...
Top Reasons Form N-400 Application is Denied
Know before you apply. Here are the top reasons why U.S. citizenship through naturalization applications are rejected or denied. Clerical Errors and other Filing Mistakes...
Customer Story: Dino
Dino typically does his immigration paperwork on his own but he wanted to make sure his citizenship application was done right. Check out his story...
Questions on the Citizenship Test
In order to become a U.S. citizen, you must take the U.S. citizenship test. The test is 2-part: English and U.S. civics. The test is...
The Naturalization Process
Naturalization is the process of becoming a U.S. citizen. The process can be long and confusing, but the benefits of citizenship are well worth it....
What Is a Naturalized Citizen
There are two types of citizens in the United States: natural-born citizens and naturalized citizens. Natural-born citizens are born in the United States. This is...
How To Apply for Citizenship
Citizenship is the ultimate immigration status. Citizens can travel with U.S. passports, sponsor relatives for green cards, access U.S. federal benefits and jobs, and much...
Could you pass the U.S. Citizenship Test? – Try it now
Thinking about applying for citizenship? Here’s what you need to know about the U.S. Citizenship Test There are plenty of immigrants in the U.S. who are...
Form N-400 Instructions
Form N-400 is the application for U.S. citizenship through naturalization. A long and complex application, the form is 20 pages and has 18 sections. Here’s...
What are the requirements for citizenship?
There are 9 basic requirements to become a U.S. citizen through naturalization. Read more to see if you qualify! #1: Be At Least 18 Years...
What’s the Difference Between a U.S. National and a U.S. Citizen?
U.S. citizens are also considered to be U.S. nationals. U.S. law defines a national as “a person owing permanent allegiance to a state.” Since U.S....
What Is the Good Moral Character Naturalization Requirement?
The good moral character requirement is a way for the U.S. government to determine whether a foreign national would be a good and honest U.S....
Video: Citizenship Requirements for 5-Year Green Card Holders
Think you might be eligible for citizenship? Take a look at this short video. If you’re ready to take the next step, take our free...
Reduced Citizenship Application Fee for Low-Income Applicants
The high cost of the U.S. citizenship application, Form N-400, may be giving you second thoughts about naturalization. Luckily, certain applicants qualify for a discounted...
Customer Story: Rosa M
Rosa Maravilla was a long time green card holder but became nervous after Donald Trump was elected president. She chose FileRight.com to guide her through...
Citizenship Test Exceptions & Accommodations
Although most naturalization applicants are required to take citizenship tests, the United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) does make exceptions or offer help to...
Testimonial de Cliente: Rosa Maravilla
Como mucha otra gente Rosa Maravilla dice que estaba nerviosa al entrar un nuevo presidente. Decidió usar FileRight.com para su proceso de naturalización. https://d1q9fbkwhm71k2.cloudfront.net/FR/Blog/customerstory/RosaMaravilla(Spanish).mp4 MARICOPA,...
Customer Story: Saad I
See how Saad used FileRight.com to help his children become citizens. https://d1q9fbkwhm71k2.cloudfront.net/FR/Blog/customerstory/SaadIbrahim.mp4 SURPRISE, AZ -Saad Ibrahim became an American citizen after serving in the Army....
Requirements for Citizenship for Five-Year Green Card Holders
If you’ve been a legal permanent resident for five years or longer you may be considering becoming a U.S. citizen through the naturalization process. Here’s...
Can I Apply for Citizenship with an Expired Green Card?
All permanent residents of the United States are recipients of a green card. These immigrants have the option of continuing to renew their card or...
Detained DREAMer Highlights Importance of Paperwork
After two weeks of being in Immigration and Customs Enforcement custody, DREAMer and Daniela Vargas, 22, was recently released, according to her attorney. Vargas was...