Immigration Issues: Most Popular Articles
These articles are the most popular over the last month.
How Do I Check My Case Status?
How to check on the status of your immigration case online, through email, by phone, mail, or in person.
How to check on the status of your immigration case online, through email, by phone, mail, or in person.
Visa Wait Times
If you want to know how long it will take to get your visa, the U.S. Department of State provides an online tool showing visa wait times in all Consular locations.
If you want to know how long it will take to get your visa, the U.S. Department of State provides an online tool showing visa wait times in all Consular locations.
Citizenship Rights
Learn about your rights and responsibilities as a new U.S. citizen.
Learn about your rights and responsibilities as a new U.S. citizen.
Alien Registration Number
A definition of the term, alien registration number, as it applies to immigration.
A definition of the term, alien registration number, as it applies to immigration.
Married on a Travel Visa
Are people who get married while in the United States on travel visas able to stay in the U.S. and successfully adjust their status to gain permanent residence? Yes, they are. But this is not the preferred approach. Find out more about this type of green card marriage.
Are people who get married while in the United States on travel visas able to stay in the U.S. and successfully adjust their status to gain permanent residence? Yes, they are. But this is not the preferred approach. Find out more about this type of green card marriage.
Fiance Visa Process
The K1 fiance visa allows U.S. citizens a way to bring their foreign fiances to the United States to marry. After marriage, the foreign spouse applies for permanent residence and will be able to work and live permanently in the United States.
The K1 fiance visa allows U.S. citizens a way to bring their foreign fiances to the United States to marry. After marriage, the foreign spouse applies for permanent residence and will be able to work and live permanently in the United States.
Border Fence Pros and Cons
The southern border of the United States is shared with Mexico and spans almost 2,000 miles. Fences are
The southern border of the United States is shared with Mexico and spans almost 2,000 miles. Fences are
Immigration Medical Exam
Medical exams are required for many immigrant and nonimmigrant visas. Learn what to expect during an immigration medical exam.
Medical exams are required for many immigrant and nonimmigrant visas. Learn what to expect during an immigration medical exam.
Immigration Jobs at DHS
Looking for a job that deals with immigration? Three agencies within the Department of Homeland Security fit the bill: USCIS, CBP and ICE.
Looking for a job that deals with immigration? Three agencies within the Department of Homeland Security fit the bill: USCIS, CBP and ICE.
Immigration Interview Attire
The immigration interview is nerve-wracking enough without worrying if you're dressed properly. Learn what you should and should not wear to an immigration interview.
The immigration interview is nerve-wracking enough without worrying if you're dressed properly. Learn what you should and should not wear to an immigration interview.
Apply for an SSN
Find out how to apply for a Social Security number. Get some tips on what you can do as a new immigrant to make the Social Security number application process a little smoother.
Find out how to apply for a Social Security number. Get some tips on what you can do as a new immigrant to make the Social Security number application process a little smoother.
Mayorkas Answers Questions About Rule Change
USCIS Director Alejandro Mayorkas answers questions about rule change for undocumented immigrants with U.S. citizen relatives.
USCIS Director Alejandro Mayorkas answers questions about rule change for undocumented immigrants with U.S. citizen relatives.
MAVNI Program
The MAVNI pilot program gives legal aliens with skills considered to be vital to national interest the opportunity to expedite the naturalization process by serving in the U.S. military.
The MAVNI pilot program gives legal aliens with skills considered to be vital to national interest the opportunity to expedite the naturalization process by serving in the U.S. military.
Opposition to the DREAM Act
Imagine for a moment that you are a teenager: you have a group of close friends who've been with you
Imagine for a moment that you are a teenager: you have a group of close friends who've been with you
History of the INA
A definition and history of the Immigration and Nationality Act.
A definition and history of the Immigration and Nationality Act.
DV Green Card Lottery Info
Millions of people enter the United States diversity visa program (better known as the green card lottery)
Millions of people enter the United States diversity visa program (better known as the green card lottery)
Overview of US Visa Types
Get a quick overview of the types of US visas available and determine which one is right for you.
Get a quick overview of the types of US visas available and determine which one is right for you.
Arizona Senate Bill 1070
On April 23, 2010 Arizona Gov. Jan Brewer signed Senate Bill 1070 into law. The controversial bill gives
On April 23, 2010 Arizona Gov. Jan Brewer signed Senate Bill 1070 into law. The controversial bill gives
Guide to Filing I-751
If you have conditional permanent residence, at some point you will need to petition the USCIS to remove the conditions before your green card expires. This step-by-step guide will give you the information you need to ready the packet for filing.
If you have conditional permanent residence, at some point you will need to petition the USCIS to remove the conditions before your green card expires. This step-by-step guide will give you the information you need to ready the packet for filing.
Immigrant vs Nonimmigrant Visa
Explanation of immigrant and nonimmigrant visas as defined by the U.S. Department of State.
Explanation of immigrant and nonimmigrant visas as defined by the U.S. Department of State.
Immigration Consultants
There are many reasons for wanting to use an immigration consultant. Some people need a hand filling out the forms while others think a consultant is a cheap alternative to an immigration lawyer. Good immigration consultants provide valuable services, but you should be aware of the services an immigration consultant can and cannot provide.
There are many reasons for wanting to use an immigration consultant. Some people need a hand filling out the forms while others think a consultant is a cheap alternative to an immigration lawyer. Good immigration consultants provide valuable services, but you should be aware of the services an immigration consultant can and cannot provide.
Immigrant Visa Number
In most cases, an immigrant visa number is required to become a lawful permanent resident of the United States. Here's an overview of the process to obtain an immigrant visa number.
In most cases, an immigrant visa number is required to become a lawful permanent resident of the United States. Here's an overview of the process to obtain an immigrant visa number.
Path to Legalization
Should the United States provide a path to legalization for illegal immigrants? The issue has been at the forefront of American politics for several years but the debate continues. What does a nation do with an estimated 10 to 20 million people residing in its country illegally?
Should the United States provide a path to legalization for illegal immigrants? The issue has been at the forefront of American politics for several years but the debate continues. What does a nation do with an estimated 10 to 20 million people residing in its country illegally?
Green Card Lottery Chances
Millions of green card lottery entries are made every year, but what are your actual chances of winning?
Millions of green card lottery entries are made every year, but what are your actual chances of winning?
USCIS
A definition of the immigration term, USCIS.
A definition of the immigration term, USCIS.
Historic U.S. Population Shift
A Census Bureau study shows minorities make up more than half the country's new babies, an historic shift in the U.S. population.
A Census Bureau study shows minorities make up more than half the country's new babies, an historic shift in the U.S. population.
Employer-Sponsored Green Cards
U.S. employers may sponsor eligible foreign nationals for a green card. Find out what is required for immigration through employment.
U.S. employers may sponsor eligible foreign nationals for a green card. Find out what is required for immigration through employment.
Emigrate
A definition of the immigration term, emigrate.
A definition of the immigration term, emigrate.
Green Card
A definition of the immigration term, green card.
A definition of the immigration term, green card.
Lottery Selection Confirmation
Millions apply for a diversity visa, hoping to be selected as a winner in the green card lottery. Find out how you can confirm if you're a green card lottery winner.
Millions apply for a diversity visa, hoping to be selected as a winner in the green card lottery. Find out how you can confirm if you're a green card lottery winner.
Green Card Lottery Reminders
Green Card Lottery entrants should remember to check their status online and watch out for scammers.
Green Card Lottery entrants should remember to check their status online and watch out for scammers.
Driver's License
This state-issued piece of identification allows you to operate a motor vehicle and acts as a common form of ID. Find out how to get licensed.
This state-issued piece of identification allows you to operate a motor vehicle and acts as a common form of ID. Find out how to get licensed.
Immigrants and Public Benefits
Many immigrants believe that they are ineligible for any type of public benefits and assistance. In fact, new immigrants and permanent residents can take advantage of a number of federal, state and local assistance programs. Learn which benefits you may be eligible for and how to avoid becoming a public charge.
Many immigrants believe that they are ineligible for any type of public benefits and assistance. In fact, new immigrants and permanent residents can take advantage of a number of federal, state and local assistance programs. Learn which benefits you may be eligible for and how to avoid becoming a public charge.
Petitioner
A definition of the immigration term, petitioner.
A definition of the immigration term, petitioner.
E-DV Entry Status Confirmation
Find out what the E-DV entry status confirmation message says if you were or were not selected in the DV green card lottery.
Find out what the E-DV entry status confirmation message says if you were or were not selected in the DV green card lottery.
Levi Strauss
Learn about Levi Strauss, founder of Levi Strauss & Company; the first company to manufacture blue jeans.
Learn about Levi Strauss, founder of Levi Strauss & Company; the first company to manufacture blue jeans.
Barack Obama on Immigration
An overview of Barack Obama's views on key immigration issues.
An overview of Barack Obama's views on key immigration issues.
Obama Administration Makes Rule Change
The Obama administration will change rules to allow some illegal immigrants to remain in the United States with their families while seeking legal status.
The Obama administration will change rules to allow some illegal immigrants to remain in the United States with their families while seeking legal status.
Obama's Immigration Record
President Obama couldn't deliver on comprehensive immigration reform during his first term but says he's determined to do it in his second.
President Obama couldn't deliver on comprehensive immigration reform during his first term but says he's determined to do it in his second.
What is the DREAM Act?
A definition of the DREAM Act.
A definition of the DREAM Act.
NAFTA TN Visa
Mexican and Canadian citizens who meet the education and professional requirements may come to the U.S. under the nonimmigrant NAFTA professional worker TN visa.
Mexican and Canadian citizens who meet the education and professional requirements may come to the U.S. under the nonimmigrant NAFTA professional worker TN visa.
USCIS Fee Waiver
USCIS charges filing fees for an application, petition, motion or request. But what happens if you are unable to pay the required fees? Is there any way to have these fees waived?
USCIS charges filing fees for an application, petition, motion or request. But what happens if you are unable to pay the required fees? Is there any way to have these fees waived?
Renunciation of U.S. Citizenship
The federal government takes renunciation of U.S. citizenship very seriously and, once granted, it is permanent.
The federal government takes renunciation of U.S. citizenship very seriously and, once granted, it is permanent.
Choose an Immigration Lawyer
Most people can handle immigration paperwork on their own, but some situations are more complicated and require legal assistance. If your case isn't straightforward or if you just want the comfort of letting a professional handle the process, these 5 tips will help you choose an immigration lawyer that's right for you.
Most people can handle immigration paperwork on their own, but some situations are more complicated and require legal assistance. If your case isn't straightforward or if you just want the comfort of letting a professional handle the process, these 5 tips will help you choose an immigration lawyer that's right for you.
Wet-Foot, Dry-Foot Policy
The United States gives migrants from Cuba special treatment that no other group of refugees or immigrants
The United States gives migrants from Cuba special treatment that no other group of refugees or immigrants
NAFTA TN Visa For Canadians
Canadian citizens who meet the education and professional requirements may come to the U.S. under the nonimmigrant NAFTA TN visa.
Canadian citizens who meet the education and professional requirements may come to the U.S. under the nonimmigrant NAFTA TN visa.
Student Visa Basics
An overview of F-1 and M-1 visas for foreign students.
An overview of F-1 and M-1 visas for foreign students.
Republican Candidates on Immigration
Republican presidential candidates' positions on immigration.
Republican presidential candidates' positions on immigration.
Family-Sponsored Immigration
If you want to come to the U.S. to live and work permanently and you have a relative who is a U.S. citizen or permanent resident, you may be able to obtain permanent residence through family-sponsored immigration.
If you want to come to the U.S. to live and work permanently and you have a relative who is a U.S. citizen or permanent resident, you may be able to obtain permanent residence through family-sponsored immigration.
ICE Targets Gang Members
ICE agents targeting violent gang members involved in drug and human trafficking.
ICE agents targeting violent gang members involved in drug and human trafficking.
What Is Dual Citizenship?
Explanation of dual citizenship.
Explanation of dual citizenship.
Why Should I Vote?
Some new citizens register to vote as soon as they become eligible while others fail to register for years. Find out why naturalized citizens should exercise their right to vote.
Some new citizens register to vote as soon as they become eligible while others fail to register for years. Find out why naturalized citizens should exercise their right to vote.
How To Fill Out Form I-751
Learn how to complete each of the 7 sections of the I-751 form to remove conditions on your permanent residence.
Learn how to complete each of the 7 sections of the I-751 form to remove conditions on your permanent residence.
Notario Publico
A definition of the term, Notario Publico, as it applies to immigration.
A definition of the term, Notario Publico, as it applies to immigration.
The Debate Over Self-Deportation
Many Republicans support self-deportation policy as a solution to reduce illegal immigrant population in country.
Many Republicans support self-deportation policy as a solution to reduce illegal immigrant population in country.
Avoid Green Card Lottery Scams
The diversity visa green card lottery is a popular immigration program known around the world. And where there are a lot of people, there are bound to be scam artists ready to take advantage of the opportunity. Learn 5 ways that you can avoid green card lottery scams.
The diversity visa green card lottery is a popular immigration program known around the world. And where there are a lot of people, there are bound to be scam artists ready to take advantage of the opportunity. Learn 5 ways that you can avoid green card lottery scams.
Permanent Resident
A definition of the immigration term, permanent resident.
A definition of the immigration term, permanent resident.
Profile of Catherine Bell
Actress and naturalized citizen Catherine Bell is best-known for her roles in the popular military TV dramas, Jag and Army Wives.
Actress and naturalized citizen Catherine Bell is best-known for her roles in the popular military TV dramas, Jag and Army Wives.
History of Naturalization
The history of naturalization requirements can be found in the legislative history of immigration to the United States.
The history of naturalization requirements can be found in the legislative history of immigration to the United States.
Oath of Allegiance
The final step to becoming a U.S. citizen is taking the Oath of Allegiance. Find out what you are pledging when you declare your attachment to the United States and its Constitution.
The final step to becoming a U.S. citizen is taking the Oath of Allegiance. Find out what you are pledging when you declare your attachment to the United States and its Constitution.
Required Vaccines
A list of the vaccines required to immigrate to the U.S.
A list of the vaccines required to immigrate to the U.S.
Can I Vote?
Naturalized citizens and permanent residents do not have the same privileges when it comes to registering and voting in elections.
Naturalized citizens and permanent residents do not have the same privileges when it comes to registering and voting in elections.
Alabama Immigration Law
In 2011, growing numbers of state and municipal governments passed new laws to crack down on illegal
In 2011, growing numbers of state and municipal governments passed new laws to crack down on illegal
App/Petition Processing
If you want to know how long it will take to process your immigration application or petition, USCIS lists the processing times of specific forms at each of its field offices and service centers online.
If you want to know how long it will take to process your immigration application or petition, USCIS lists the processing times of specific forms at each of its field offices and service centers online.
Expedited Citizenship
The Immigration and Naturalization Act allows expedited citizenship processing for certain members of the U.S. Armed Forces and their spouses stationed with them overseas.
The Immigration and Naturalization Act allows expedited citizenship processing for certain members of the U.S. Armed Forces and their spouses stationed with them overseas.
Illegal Immigrant Population Holds Steady
Homeland Security study finds U.S. population of illegal immigrants holding steady at 11.5 million.
Homeland Security study finds U.S. population of illegal immigrants holding steady at 11.5 million.
Find an Immigration Form
Where do you go if you need an immigration form? The most current version of every public use immigration form is available for download at www.uscis.gov/forms.
Where do you go if you need an immigration form? The most current version of every public use immigration form is available for download at www.uscis.gov/forms.
Visas for Homebuyers
Congress is considering giving residency visas to immigrants who buy homes in the United States.
Congress is considering giving residency visas to immigrants who buy homes in the United States.
10 Questions for Hiring Lawyer
These are 10 questions to ask a prospective lawyer.
These are 10 questions to ask a prospective lawyer.
Asylum
A definition of the immigration term, asylum.
A definition of the immigration term, asylum.
Joint Sponsor
A definition of the immigration term, joint sponsor.
A definition of the immigration term, joint sponsor.
Immigration Reform Center
The latest news, information and developments in the immigration reform debate.
The latest news, information and developments in the immigration reform debate.
DV-2011 Green Card Lottery
Here you'll find information specific to the DV-2011 green card lottery.
Here you'll find information specific to the DV-2011 green card lottery.
Naturalization Requirement FAQ
Learn what is required to become a U.S. citizen.
Learn what is required to become a U.S. citizen.
What Is an ITIN?
Find out who needs an ITIN and how to apply for one.
Find out who needs an ITIN and how to apply for one.
Port of Entry Tips
You have your visa and you are headed for the U.S. There's one more step to take before you can enter the country: border control. Get information on what to expect when you arrive at a port of entry.
You have your visa and you are headed for the U.S. There's one more step to take before you can enter the country: border control. Get information on what to expect when you arrive at a port of entry.
Lottery Winner
Millions apply for a diversity visa, but only those selected will receive notification.
Millions apply for a diversity visa, but only those selected will receive notification.
I-9
A definition of the immigration term, I-9.
A definition of the immigration term, I-9.
Hague Convention Countries
A list of the Hague Adoption Convention countries.
A list of the Hague Adoption Convention countries.
I-485 Instructions
The application to register as a United States permanent resident is achieved by filing form I-485. Anyone adjusting from a nonimmigrant visa to permanent resident status, including some other categories, must file form I-485 to receive a green card.
The application to register as a United States permanent resident is achieved by filing form I-485. Anyone adjusting from a nonimmigrant visa to permanent resident status, including some other categories, must file form I-485 to receive a green card.
Immigrant Investor Visa
Immigrant investors can receive permanent residency through the EB-5 immigrant investor visa.
Immigrant investors can receive permanent residency through the EB-5 immigrant investor visa.
Mitt Romney on Immigration
Mitt Romney's immigration record as Massachusetts governor has drawn fire from rival Republican presidential candidates.
Mitt Romney's immigration record as Massachusetts governor has drawn fire from rival Republican presidential candidates.
Public Charge
A definition of the immigration term, public charge.
A definition of the immigration term, public charge.
Profile of Cristeta Comerford
The White House executive chef is a celebrity among chefs and foodies. The current executive chef has worked in the White House kitchen for over 10 years and is a naturalized citizen.
The White House executive chef is a celebrity among chefs and foodies. The current executive chef has worked in the White House kitchen for over 10 years and is a naturalized citizen.
Immigrant Americans Made News in 2011
Immigrant Americans left their mark on 2011.
Immigrant Americans left their mark on 2011.
Lottery Qualifying Occupations
Learn how to find what occupations qualify for the DV green card lottery work experience requirement.
Learn how to find what occupations qualify for the DV green card lottery work experience requirement.
Immigrants in Politics
They might have been born in a different country, but these immigrants in politics embraced the United States as their adopted home. Through their leadership, the following immigrants in politics have helped shape the country.
They might have been born in a different country, but these immigrants in politics embraced the United States as their adopted home. Through their leadership, the following immigrants in politics have helped shape the country.
10 Citizenship Test Questions
Do you have what it takes to pass the new naturalization test? Take these 10 questions from the redesigned, new naturalization test and find out.
Do you have what it takes to pass the new naturalization test? Take these 10 questions from the redesigned, new naturalization test and find out.
Nonimmigrant Visa
A definition of the immigration term, nonimmigrant visa.
A definition of the immigration term, nonimmigrant visa.
Mexican-American Population Spikes
A Pew study finds that births, not immigration, is the leading growth factor in the U.S. Hispanic population. Mexican-Americans are leading the surge.
A Pew study finds that births, not immigration, is the leading growth factor in the U.S. Hispanic population. Mexican-Americans are leading the surge.
DV-2011 Excluded Countries
Anyone who wants to take part in the Green Card Lottery must be a native of an eligible country. Find out if what countries are on the DV-2011 ineligible list.
Anyone who wants to take part in the Green Card Lottery must be a native of an eligible country. Find out if what countries are on the DV-2011 ineligible list.
Biometrics
A definition of the immigration term, biometrics.
A definition of the immigration term, biometrics.
Permanent Residents and Travel
Permanent residents may travel freely outside the United States but there are some conditions that must be followed to maintain your permanent resident status.
Permanent residents may travel freely outside the United States but there are some conditions that must be followed to maintain your permanent resident status.
DV Education/Work Requirements
All green card lottery entrants must meet the education or work experience requirement to be eligible for the DV program.
All green card lottery entrants must meet the education or work experience requirement to be eligible for the DV program.
Withholding of Removal
A definition of the immigration term, withholding of removal.
A definition of the immigration term, withholding of removal.
Citizenship and the Military
U.S. military members who have served honorably on active duty in the U.S. Armed Forces have an expedited path to citizenship. Learn about the 10 facts about citizenship and the U.S. military.
U.S. military members who have served honorably on active duty in the U.S. Armed Forces have an expedited path to citizenship. Learn about the 10 facts about citizenship and the U.S. military.
NOA
A definition of the immigration term, NOA.
A definition of the immigration term, NOA.
Employment Third Preference
A definition of the immigration term, employment third preference.
A definition of the immigration term, employment third preference.
Advance Parole
A definition of the immigration term, advance parole.
A definition of the immigration term, advance parole.
Affidavit of Support
A definition of the immigration term, affidavit of support.
A definition of the immigration term, affidavit of support.
Proof of Immunizations
If you've already been immunized against certain diseases, you can avoid being re-vaccinated if you can show evidence of the vaccinations.
If you've already been immunized against certain diseases, you can avoid being re-vaccinated if you can show evidence of the vaccinations.
DV-2010 Excluded Countries
Anyone who wants to take part in the Green Card Lottery must be a native of an eligible country. Find out if what countries are on the DV-2010 ineligible list.
Anyone who wants to take part in the Green Card Lottery must be a native of an eligible country. Find out if what countries are on the DV-2010 ineligible list.
Employment Second Preference
A definition of the immigration term, employment second preference.
A definition of the immigration term, employment second preference.
Mexican Migration Trend Reverses
Pew study finds an historic reversal of Mexican migration across the U.S. border.
Pew study finds an historic reversal of Mexican migration across the U.S. border.
Immigrant Visa
A definition of the immigration term, immigrant visa.
A definition of the immigration term, immigrant visa.
Lottery Timing
The green card lottery corresponds to the government's fiscal year, which runs from October to September.
The green card lottery corresponds to the government's fiscal year, which runs from October to September.
Civil Surgeon
A definition of the immigration term, civil surgeon.
A definition of the immigration term, civil surgeon.
DV Lottery Entry Requirements
There are two basic entry requirements for the DV green card lottery.
There are two basic entry requirements for the DV green card lottery.
ICE
A definition of the immigration term, ICE.
A definition of the immigration term, ICE.
English Classes
Community colleges, local school districts, labor resource centers and the Internet are good places to learn English.
Community colleges, local school districts, labor resource centers and the Internet are good places to learn English.
INS and USCIS explained
The names INS and USCIS are often used interchangeably to refer to the agency that administers immigration and naturalization services within the United States, but do they mean the same thing?
The names INS and USCIS are often used interchangeably to refer to the agency that administers immigration and naturalization services within the United States, but do they mean the same thing?
Employment First Preference
A definition of the immigration term, employment first preference.
A definition of the immigration term, employment first preference.
DREAM Act Study
UCLA study finds that the DREAM Act would enable undocumented immigrant students to pump billions into the U.S. economy.
UCLA study finds that the DREAM Act would enable undocumented immigrant students to pump billions into the U.S. economy.
Tea Party on Immigration
The Tea Party movement wants border fences and mass deportations.
The Tea Party movement wants border fences and mass deportations.
Profile of Alejandro Mayorkas
Cuban-born USCIS Director Alejandro Mayorkas oversees the administration of the world’s largest immigration service.
Cuban-born USCIS Director Alejandro Mayorkas oversees the administration of the world’s largest immigration service.
Redesigned Naturalization Test
The redesigned naturalization test is effective October 1, 2008. Find out everything you need to know about the new test.
The redesigned naturalization test is effective October 1, 2008. Find out everything you need to know about the new test.
Grey's Anatomy Immigrants
ABC's popular hospital drama, Grey's Anatomy, boasts four successful immigrants among its cast of main characters.
ABC's popular hospital drama, Grey's Anatomy, boasts four successful immigrants among its cast of main characters.
NAFTA TN Visa For Mexicans
Mexican citizens who meet the education and professional requirements may come to the U.S. under the nonimmigrant NAFTA professional worker TN visa.
Mexican citizens who meet the education and professional requirements may come to the U.S. under the nonimmigrant NAFTA professional worker TN visa.
Republican Version of DREAM Act
Florida Sen. Marco Rubio writes a Republican version of the DREAM Act.
Florida Sen. Marco Rubio writes a Republican version of the DREAM Act.
Alien
A definition of the immigration term, alien.
A definition of the immigration term, alien.
Filling Out Visa Forms
Here is some practical advice to follow when filling out applications for visas. Get the right form and watch the typos.
Here is some practical advice to follow when filling out applications for visas. Get the right form and watch the typos.
Assimilation of New Immigrants
Study shows that new immigrants are assimilating into American society.
Study shows that new immigrants are assimilating into American society.
Adjust Status
A definition of the immigration term, adjust status.
A definition of the immigration term, adjust status.
Profile of Liam Neeson
Irish-American actor Liam Neeson was bit by the acting bug as a young lad in Northern Ireland, but it took 35 years and a trip to Hollywood to make him a leading man.
Irish-American actor Liam Neeson was bit by the acting bug as a young lad in Northern Ireland, but it took 35 years and a trip to Hollywood to make him a leading man.
CBP
A definition of the immigration term, CBP.
A definition of the immigration term, CBP.
Visa Waiver Program FAQ
Definition of the program and a list of participating countries.
Definition of the program and a list of participating countries.
Indra Nooyi Profile
As a child in India, PepsiCo CEO Indra Nooyi thought about coming to America one day.
As a child in India, PepsiCo CEO Indra Nooyi thought about coming to America one day.
Profile of Jim Yong Kim
Jim Yong Kim, a Korean immigrant, is the U.S. nominee to lead the World Bank.
Jim Yong Kim, a Korean immigrant, is the U.S. nominee to lead the World Bank.
International Adoption
An overview of how to bring a child into the United States through international adoption.
An overview of how to bring a child into the United States through international adoption.
Profile of Anna Kournikova
Tennis star Anna Kournikova may be semi-retired from her sport but she hasn't slowed down. The Russian beauty is an active supporter of several charitable organizations and works as the brand ambassador for K-Swiss.
Tennis star Anna Kournikova may be semi-retired from her sport but she hasn't slowed down. The Russian beauty is an active supporter of several charitable organizations and works as the brand ambassador for K-Swiss.
Profile of Albert Pujols
Albert Pujols hit it out of the park when he took his U.S. citizenship test in 2007.
Albert Pujols hit it out of the park when he took his U.S. citizenship test in 2007.
Profile of Sergey Brin
Google co-founder and president of technology, Sergey Brin is an immigrant success story. Brin emigrated from Russia at the age of six and at the age of 34, made #5 on Forbes 2007 list of richest Americans with a net worth of $18.5 billion.
Google co-founder and president of technology, Sergey Brin is an immigrant success story. Brin emigrated from Russia at the age of six and at the age of 34, made #5 on Forbes 2007 list of richest Americans with a net worth of $18.5 billion.
Department Homeland Security
A definition of the immigration term, Department of Homeland Security.
A definition of the immigration term, Department of Homeland Security.
Skilled Immigrants Create U.S. Jobs
Highly skilled immigrants create jobs for American workers.
Highly skilled immigrants create jobs for American workers.
Refugee
A definition of the immigration term, refugee.
A definition of the immigration term, refugee.
Top 10 Stories
Here are the Top 10 immigration stories of the last year.
Here are the Top 10 immigration stories of the last year.
Permanent Resident Rights
Learn about your rights and responsibilities as a permanent resident.
Learn about your rights and responsibilities as a permanent resident.
Child
A definition of the immigration term, child.
A definition of the immigration term, child.
Historical Immigration Records
Researching your family history? USCIS allows researchers to search its historical databases for immigration records.
Researching your family history? USCIS allows researchers to search its historical databases for immigration records.
Waiver of Inadmissibility
A definition of the immigration term, waiver of inadmissibility.
A definition of the immigration term, waiver of inadmissibility.
Business Needs Immigrants With Advanced Degrees
U.S. business wants more visas for immigrants skilled in science, technology, engineering and mathematics.
U.S. business wants more visas for immigrants skilled in science, technology, engineering and mathematics.
Natural Born Citizen
A definition of the immigration term, natural born citizen.
A definition of the immigration term, natural born citizen.
ABCs of Visas
So you want to get a visa and spend some time in the United States? The government will not only want to know who you are, but why you’re coming.
So you want to get a visa and spend some time in the United States? The government will not only want to know who you are, but why you’re coming.
Green Card Lottery Application
Registration in the DV green card lottery coincides with the beginning of the government's fiscal year.
Registration in the DV green card lottery coincides with the beginning of the government's fiscal year.
How Do I Register to Vote?
An overview of the voting registration process for new U.S. citizens.
An overview of the voting registration process for new U.S. citizens.
DV-2010 Green Card Lottery
Here you'll find information specific to the DV-2010 green card lottery.
Here you'll find information specific to the DV-2010 green card lottery.
Support Political Campaigns
Permanent residents cannot vote in a federal election, but there are other ways to get involved in the campaigns.
Permanent residents cannot vote in a federal election, but there are other ways to get involved in the campaigns.
Ron Paul on Immigration
Republican Ron Paul sticks to libertarian beliefs when it comes to immigration.
Republican Ron Paul sticks to libertarian beliefs when it comes to immigration.
USCIS Military Help Line
USCIS offers a toll-free help line exclusively for U.S. Military personnel and their families.
USCIS offers a toll-free help line exclusively for U.S. Military personnel and their families.
What is the Diversity Visa?
The Diversity Visa Program, better known as the green card lottery, provides individuals from countries with low immigration to the U.S., an opportunity to live and work permanently in the United States.
The Diversity Visa Program, better known as the green card lottery, provides individuals from countries with low immigration to the U.S., an opportunity to live and work permanently in the United States.