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Information on this site is not legal advice and is not a substitute for legal advice. Speak with an attorney regarding eligibility before applying for any immigration benefit. See our resources page to contact a local immigration attorney.
Benefits of becoming a U.S Citizen (benefits may vary)
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Vote
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Serve on a jury
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Travel with a U.S Passport
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Bring family member to the U.S
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Obtain government benefits
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Gain access to more job opportunities
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Become eligible for federal grants and scholarships
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Stay in the U.S without fear of deportation
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Become an elected official
CONTACT AN IMMIGRATION ATTORNEY:
APPLY ONLINE:
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USCIS: U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) is a component of the United States Department of Homeland Security (DHS) and the official site for applying for citizenship.
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Citizenshipworks: Fill out your citizenship application using Citizenshipworks. Citizenshipworks is a free online service that helps you apply for citizenship step-by-step connecting you with a pro bono immigration attorney.
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Boundless: Boundless integrates software and legal services for people who want the expertise of an immigration attorney but not the price tag. Boundless also offers assistance with applying for a marriage green card also known as spousal visa.
UNDERSTAND YOUR LEGAL OPTIONS:
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Immi: Immi helps immigrants in the U.S. understand their legal options. Services include online screening tool, legal information, and referrals to nonprofit legal service organizations are free to use.
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Immigrants Rising: Immigrants Rising helps immigrants in the U.S. understand their legal options by using their free online legal intake service.
FEE WAIVER:
You might qualify for a fee waiver or a reduction of your application fees. You can find instructions on how to fill out the form and to request a Fee Waiver (form I-912) and/or request a Reduced Fee Waiver (form I-942) on the USCIS official website.
TRACK YOUR STATUS:
After you submit your application for citizenship, you will receive a receipt number from the USCIS. You can check your case status here.