Are you ready to apply for us citizenship?

The American Immigration Lawyers Association is promoting Citizenship Day, where eligible permanent residents can get hep in completing naturalization applications.. In the AILA document (available here) the organization states that the journey to naturalize will include a series of steps.

It is advisable to seek the help of an immigration attorney in moving forward with your Naturalization process. An attorney can help you with many of the steps:

1. Determine your eligibility to become a U.S. citizen.
2. Gather all information and documents required to prove your eligibility.
3. Complete Form N-400, Application for Naturalization.
4. Submit Form N-400, Application for Naturalization, with the help of an attorney or a reputable organization.
5. Go to the biometrics (fingerprinting) appointment.
6. Complete the interview.
7. Receive a decision from USCIS on your Form N-400, Application for Naturalization.
8. Take the Oath of Allegiance to the United States.
9. Understand your rights and responsibilities as a U.S. citizen.

​On September 14, 2019, AILA, in partnership with NALEO Educational Fund, will host naturalization workshops across the country that offer free or low-cost assistance to legal permanent residents eligible to apply for U.S. citizenship. A participant attending an AILA Citizenship Day workshop will get the help of an attorney.

See here for a list of workshops and locations. Not all workshops are occurring on September 14.

For information on becoming a US citizen, or other immigration questions, contact Elaine Martin.  See also our new  YouTube channel for lots of useful short videos on immigration.

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