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Becoming a US citizen through naturalization is a process where eligible non- citizens voluntarily acquire US Citizenship. We educate you about benefits of gaining a US Citizenship, analyze and resolve legal challenges that may arise along the way, and assist you in navigating the entire process of becoming a US citizen, including preparing and representing you at your naturalization interview.
Citizenship
You have to fulfill certain requirements to be eligible to apply for naturalization. Typically, you must be 18 years old or more and can apply for US citizenship, if you:
A) have been a permanent resident of the US for at least 5 years (or 3 years if married to a US Citizen)
B) satisfy the physical presence, good moral character and continuous residence requirements
C) demonstrate knowledge of US government & history, and ability to speak, read and write English (with certain exceptions)
A) have been a permanent resident of the US for at least 5 years (or 3 years if married to a US Citizen)
B) satisfy the physical presence, good moral character and continuous residence requirements
C) demonstrate knowledge of US government & history, and ability to speak, read and write English (with certain exceptions)
OTHER SERVICES
In addition to representing businesses and individuals in their immigration needs, our firm also provides guidance and representation in certain other types of visas.
The Untied States welcomes foreign national students to pursue their education by offering the student (F-1) visa to students interested in pursuing a full course of study from an accredited school or university in the United States. We provide guidance in obtaining the F-1 visa at the Consulate and counsel on issues relating to F-2 dependents, Optional Practical Training (OPT), Curricular Practical training (CPT), STEM OPT, maintenance of F-1 status, CAP Gap rules, and change of status.
The J-1 Exchange Visitor program allows qualified individuals to work and/or study in the United States. A variety of programs provide countless opportunities for foreign nationals to teach, study, conduct research, demonstrate special skills or receive on the job training. To participate in a J-1 program, you will need to locate a Department of State (DOS) approved Program Sponsor. The J-1 visa generally requires a Certificate of Exchange Visitor (DS-2019) issued by the Program Sponsor and participant’s demonstration of their intent to return to their home country upon completion of the program. A J-1 programs typically has a two-year foreign residency requirement which mandates the exchange visitor to reside in their home country for 2 years upon completion of the program unless they obtain a waiver/no objection from their home country.
Our firm provides guidance in obtaining J-1 visas at the Consulate and eligible extensions in the United States, in addition to assisting with filing J-1 waivers for qualified individuals. We also provide advice on issues involving J-2 dependents and strategies for changing status or visa type.
Our firm provides guidance in obtaining J-1 visas at the Consulate and eligible extensions in the United States, in addition to assisting with filing J-1 waivers for qualified individuals. We also provide advice on issues involving J-2 dependents and strategies for changing status or visa type.
The B-2 visa classification is applicable for individuals who wish to enter the United States with a temporary intent of tourism, social engagement, medical treatment or participation in amateur sports, music or similar events. With an initial admission of about 6 months typically, B-2 visitors can extend their stay in increments of not more than six months each.
We provide representation for B-2 extensions within the US and also counsel on issues involving misrepresentation or fraud, unlawful presence, unauthorized employment, affidavit of support, and ties to home country.
We provide representation for B-2 extensions within the US and also counsel on issues involving misrepresentation or fraud, unlawful presence, unauthorized employment, affidavit of support, and ties to home country.
H-4 and L-2 are nonimmigrant visas for spouses and children of H & L nonimmigrant visa holders respectively.
We provide representation for change of status, extension of status or employment authorization (EAD) applications for H-4 and L-2 dependents.
We provide representation for change of status, extension of status or employment authorization (EAD) applications for H-4 and L-2 dependents.
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