July 10th, 2010 by admin
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Divorces can have far reaching effects on naturalization, and one possible effect concerns nonpayment of child support.
Most often this problem surfaces when a permanent resident files citizenship without the assistance of an immigration attorney. After all, how complicated can it be to fill out the government form, right? Unfortunately, it is not just about filling in the form. Among other considerations, there is the matter of demonstrating “good moral character.” While there is no statutory or regulatory definition, the term generally means character that measures up to the standards of average citizens of the community in which the applicant resides. Read the rest of this entry »
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April 10th, 2010 by admin
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Applying for Naturalization: Are You Eligible?
This naturalization guide was written to provide the reader with the basic eligibility requirements to apply for naturalization.
Age Requirement
In order to apply for naturalization an applicant must first be a lawfully admitted permanent resident of the United States of at least 18 years of age.
Good Moral Character Requirement
All applicants for naturalization must be of good moral character. Certain crimes and bad acts, even though not resulting in a criminal conviction, may make one ineligible to naturalize for lack of good moral character. In addition some crimes or acts may be sufficient cause to deny the application and place the applicant in proceedings to be removed from the United States. It is highly advisable to contact an immigration attorney if you have committed (even if not arrested) or been convicted any crime or bad act before filing for naturalization. More Information About Good Moral Character
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January 16th, 2010 by admin
Haiti Temporary Protected Status
(TPS) Designation Announced
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Yesterday, Department of Homeland Security Secretary Janet Napolitano announced that she was designating Haiti for Temporary Protected Status (TPS), a move that will make many Haitian nationals eligible for U.S. immigration benefits.
Eligible Haitian nationals who were in the United States as of January 12, 2010 will be able to apply for protection and authorization to work.
TPS Status for Haiti and it nationals living in the United States has been tossed about by the government over the past decade but now it is finally a reality. Read the rest of this entry »
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December 15th, 2009 by admin
Immigration laws have attempted to recognize the service of those in the US military by enacting laws to help members of the Armed Forces become citizens. These laws apply to the Air Force, Navy, Marine Corps, Army, Coast Guard, certain Reserve components of the National Guard, and selected Reserve of the Ready Reserve. Read the rest of this entry »
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September 13th, 2009 by admin
While it is true that there is a great deal of ambiguity surrounding the meaning of the term ‘Good Moral Character’ in the context of obtaining U.S. Citizenship by Naturalization, there are some crimes and bad acts that may prevent one from obtaining U.S. citizenship.
It is important to understand that there two areas of consideration that the agency takes into account when making a determination in granting/denying naturalization. Read the rest of this entry »
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Naturalization and Child Support Payments: 
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