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Illinois residents seeking U.S. naturalization will find it beneficial to review eligibility requirements, exceptions, and accommodations and to visit the frequently asked questions sections. Studying these topics will help you gather the required documents and...
During the naturalization process, an immigrant to the U.S. can gain full U.S. citizenship. While this is a dream for many immigrants currently living in Illinois and across the country, the naturalization process can be a lengthy process. Deciding to serve in the...
The future of more than 600,000 undocumented immigrants in the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) program got a welcomed boost from President Biden. His Administration issued a ruling that will codify and strengthen the program in an effort to shield the...
Thousands of Afghans who fled their country before the former government returned to power are getting a much-welcomed reprieve in the US. That reprieve, however, is not yet permanent. But, some US Senators are working hard to change that. Six of them proposed the...
Part of the process of getting naturalized in Illinois is receiving your citizenship interview. This is usually one of the very last things you need to go through before you can get your final approval. However, the time that it takes to get to this point is a matter...
If you are planning to emigrate to Illinois, you need to know about the latest visa bulletin updates. These special updates are issued on a periodic basis by the U.S. Department of State. Their purpose is to keep potential applicants updated on how long it may take...
Originally introduced in 1952, the Immigration and Nationality Act consolidates a myriad of provisions around immigration law into a comprehensive document. More specifically, section 212(a)(9)(B) of the Immigration and Nationality Act lays out the grounds for...
The ability of Dreamers to remain in the U.S. under DACA laws has faced unprecedented challenges. The Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals policy began accepting applications in 2012. The policy of President Obama faced many challenges during the Trump...
The Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals program is still struggling under lawsuits dating back to the Trump Administration. The position of 'Dreamers' in Illinois and the U.S. is tenuous because of the challenges placed on the program. The tenth anniversary of DACA...
Hundreds of thousands of people in the U.S. depend on the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) policy to remain in the country and work legally. Since 2012, the policy has come with its share of upheavals. Knowing some of the most vital facts can help you...
