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Understanding Immigration & Naturalization
Naturalization is the process by which citizenship is acquired by an individual who was not a citizen at the time of birth. Naturalization is difficult to achieve alone and thus, an immigration and naturalization service is often employed by those seeking such status.
Naturalization requirements
To be eligible for naturalization, you must meet the following requirements:
- Lived in the U.S. as a permanent resident holding a green card for at least five years
- Been physically present in the U.S. for at least half of the past five years
- Must not have spent more than a year outside of the U.S. during that period
- Primary home must not be in another country
If you are applying for naturalization in Corpus Christi, you must have lived in Texas for at least three months. You also must be at least 18 years of age and willing to swear your loyalty to the U.S. and belief in its principles and Constitution.
Becoming a naturalized U.S. citizen
The naturalization process involves a series of steps that can become confusing, which is why many applicants seek aid from an immigration and naturalization service. In Corpus Christi, the experienced professionals at The Whittle Law Firm can guide you through this process. After initial submission of the naturalization forms, supporting documents, and required application fees, the applicant will be contacted for a fingerprint appointment and then for an interview appointment where the naturalization test is administered.
Passing the naturalization test
Your Corpus Christi immigration lawyer can help you prepare for the interview appointment, in which you will be tested in reading, writing, and speaking English, as well as in U.S. history and government. Your ability to speak English will be assessed in the interview as you answer questions about your background and application.
It is required that you read at least one out of three sentences correctly in English and write at least one of three sentences correctly in English. Finally, six out of ten questions pertaining to U.S. history and government must be answered correctly to pass the test.
The Whittle Law Firm - Corpus Christi Immigration Lawyers
5151 Flynn Pkwy. Suite 308
Corpus Christi, Texas 78411
Phone: 361-232-4329
Fax: 361-887-6999
New Immigration Laws Disputed
It has been in the news everywhere: The immigration law trying to curb illegal immigration into the United States will take effect next month. Anyone who is a non citizen must carry proof to show they are legally residing or living within the U.S. Police in AZ are able to stop and ask questions to ANYONE deemed to be illegal within the country. It seems that this law is left to the White House to settle immigration issues sprouting up along the South of the United States.
Border residents have been addressing their concerns of having trash left by those illegally crossing, drugs, and violence. However, although the citizens on the border are concerned with the trash, police are concerned that relations within the Hispanic community will turn sour. Additionally, people are concerned that the new law will take away from other serious laws that the police should be focusing on. Nashville immigration attorneys would agree.
The new law faces civil lawsuits. Additionally, law professors have been trying to untangle the issues. And the Obama administration is considering a court challenge by the U.S. Department of Justice. The reason is, the federal government should be the ones overseeing immigration, not local police.  Perhaps those looking should get a Nashville citizenship attorney to help them earn citizenship legally.
Find the Best Attorney for Your Case
Nashville and Memphis immigration attorneys
When immigrating to the United States, your future goals lay in the balance, whether you are seeking temporary work status, permanent residence, or citizenship. Because U.S. immigration laws are very specific and complex, there are often obstacles to overcome. Language barriers alone make achieving immigration goals a difficult task. You need to find the best Tennessee immigration attorney for your case to increase your chances for success.
What to look for in Memphis and Nashville immigration attorneys
Choosing the best Nashville immigration lawyers involves getting information about the lawyer’s skills, experience, and credentials. The following may serve as guidelines in selecting Nashville or Memphis immigration law attorneys:
Participation in the American Immigration Lawyers Association (AILA)
Interview prospective Tennessee immigration law attorneys
Because the outcome of your immigration matter greatly affects your future, take the time to interview your Tennessee immigration lawyer. The consultation fee is well spent if it saves you from delays, aggravation, or possible deportation. Arrange an appointment to discuss your specific immigration issues and find out if the lawyer has seasoned experience handling cases like yours and if he or she has obtained favorable outcomes.
Submitting applications to the USCIS should not be taken lightly. Under the federal Administrative Procedures Act, every form submitted becomes a legal case subject to adjudication.
You want to be sure that your lawyer is up-to-date on changing federal immigration laws, case laws, regulations, and procedures. Ask about the lawyer’s involvement in immigration-related professional organizations, such as AILA, or federal and state bar associations. Such organizations are how many lawyers stay current with changes in the immigration field.
Immigration attorneys in Tennessee at the Frager Law firm have nearly two decades of experience helping clients attain U.S. citizenship. Attorney Barry Frager has frequently lectured at AILA’s Continuing Legal Education (CLE) conferences on immigration matters. For immigration attorneys in Memphis, call 901-763-3188. For immigration attorneys in Nashville, call 615-366-1000.  Call our Tennessee immigration and naturalization law firm toll free 888-889-VISA (8472) or contact us online.
Legal options if Immigration Application is denied
If your immigration petition or citizenship application is denied by the USCIS, you may appeal that decision. In immigration proceedings, appellate review authority is divided between two separate organizations within the Department of Justice: the Administrative Appeals Unit (AAU), under the jurisdiction of the USCIS (formerly INS), and the Board of Immigration Appeals (BIA), under the jurisdiction of the Executive Office of Immigration Review. There are strict time limits that must be met in order to file an appeal. It is also important to note that while there is no appeal to the denial of an application for adjustment of status, it can be possible to file a motion to reopen and reconsider the decision.
Only the person who submitted the original immigration application or petition can file the appeal and not the beneficiary of a visa petition. The person appealing the decision can be represented by an attorney or representative and the appeal must be accompanied by a properly executed USCIS Form G-28 (Notice of Entry or Appearance as Attorney or Representative).
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