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WASHINGTON— The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) today announced the designation of Afghanistan for Temporary Protected Status (TPS) for 18 months. Only individuals who are already residing in the United States as of March 15, 2022, will be eligible for TPS. “This TPS designation will help to protect Afghan nationals who have already been living […]

Can someone obtain permanent residence in case of petitioner’s death?  Under INA§ 204 (l), a beneficiary may still obtain permanent residence if: 1. The beneficiary resided in the U.S. when the “qualifying relative” petitioner died;2. The beneficiary continues to reside in the U.S.;And is at least:1. The beneficiary of a pending or approved immediate relative […]

Do you know that the Oath of Allegiance has led to American citizenship for more than 220 years.? The Naturalization law in 1790 required a declaration of intention Since the first naturalization law in 1790, applicants for naturalization have taken an oath to support the Constitution of the United States. Five years later, the Naturalization […]

Expedited naturalization for military spouses under INA 319(b) Spouses of U.S. citizen service members who are (or will be) stationed outside the United States may be eligible for expedited naturalization. To apply for naturalization under INA 319(b), you generally must: 1. 18 years old or older;2. Establish your spouse is a U.S. citizen who is, […]