Immigration Articles

Human trafficking, also known as trafficking in persons, is a sort of modern-day slavery where in which traffickers tempt persons with fake promises of job offers and a better life style. In the year 2000, the Congress introduced the “T” non immigrant status by passing the Victims of Trafficking and Violence Protection Act (VTVPA). It […]

Through the special provisions of the Immigration and Nationality Act (INA), the USCIS can expedite the naturalization process for members currently in the US armed forces and also for members who were recently discharged. Spouses of members of the US armed forces may also qualify for expedited naturalization process. Certain spouses are also permitted to

The naturalization process consists of filing form N-400, getting fingerprinted, taking an English and Civics test, attending an interview and finally taking the Oath. After you go the the process successfully, the final step is attending a ceremony and taking the Oath of Allegiance to the US. The USCIS will inform you about the time

Travel.State.Gov & U.S. Passport Services Individuals traveling outside of the United States must have a valid passport to enter other countries, even Canada and Mexico, despite being located on the same continent. This document is also required for individuals entering the country from other countries for travel purposes. This document, which contains a photo identification,

Once you receive your Certificate of Naturalization, have at least one backup copy of it. You can make backup copies of your certificate in case it is lost, damaged, or stolen. Unlawful copying means copying for falsifying or altering the photo, altering the information on the certificate, copying so others may use the certificate, and

“Anchor baby” is a deprecatory term for a child born in the US to immigrant parents. Later as a US citizen, he/she can facilitate immigration for relatives. The term refers to the role of the child, who automatically becomes a US citizen and also qualifies later to sponsor other family members. This term, though frequently

With 249 bilateral posts, including embassies and consulates in 168 countries, and numerous missions to international organizations, the reach of U.S. diplomacy is extensive and influential. However, despite this widespread presence, there are still a few countries where the United States has not established an embassy or consulate.  These nations, often due to complex historical,

The passport renewal process can be done through mail or in person depending on certain conditions. You can renew your most recent US passport if it is undamaged and can be submitted with your application and was issued when you were 16 years or older. In addition, it is important that it was issued within