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Immigration
Immigration Lawyers in the United States work with many government agencies to help you with all of your immigration problems. Immigration lawyers can work with you on issues dealing with immigration, emigration, visas, green cards, political asylum, and other important immigration and naturalization issues.
Many people turn to government agencies that administer immigration for immigration help and advice. But, this is a big mistake because the agencies have no responsibility or liability for information they provide like immigration attorneys do. In addition to that, information officers are usually not adequately trained in immigration law nor do they keep up with the latest updates. Also, individual cases differ dramatically and agencies do not have the resources to properly assess your case and give you advice on how to proceed.
The standard immigration laws are very complex and difficult for a person to understand. An immigration lawyer will explain in detail to you all of the immigration information required that suits your case. They will translate immigration law and policy, and interpret these laws and policies to better your case.
As a lawful permanent resident you receive a permanent resident card, commonly known as a Green Card. This card is evidence of your status as a lawful permanent resident and of your registration in accordance with United States immigration laws. The benefit of the becoming a permanent resident is that you obtain a right to live and work permanently in the United States.
Naturalization is the process by which U.S. citizenship is conferred upon people who weren't lucky enough to be born on United States soil. In order to become a naturalized United States citizen the follow criteria must be established:
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You must have had a "Green Card" for a specific period of time (typically 3 or 5 years depending on how you got your Green Card)
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You must have lived and been physically present inside the United States for at least one-half of either the 3 or 5 year period immediately preceeding your application for naturalization;
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You must have residence in a particular USCIS District prior to filing;
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You must be able to read, write, and speak English;
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You must have a basic knowledge and understanding of U.S. history and government;
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You must be a person of good moral character;
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You must swear attachment to the principles of the U.S. Constitution; and,
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You must not be otherwise deportable.
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