US Citizenship

Naturalization is the process by which U.S. citizenship is granted to a foreign citizen or national after he or she fulfills the requirements established by Congress in the Immigration and Nationality Act (INA).  Except for certain U.S. military members and their dependents, naturalization can only be granted in the United States. Bashyam Spiro assists U.S. permanent residents or “green...
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USCIS Naturalizes Highest Number of Service Members Since 1955

U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) announced that in fiscal year 2010 it granted citizenship to 11,146 members of the U.S. armed forces at ceremonies in the United States and 22 countries abroad. This figure represents the highest number of service members naturalized in any year since 1955. This number is a 6 percent increase from the 10,505 naturalizations in fiscal year...
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Fact Sheet: Naturalization Process for the Military

USCIS issued a helpful fact sheet for members of the U.S.  Army, Navy, Air Force, Marine Corps, Coast Guard, and certain components of the National Guard who qualify for U.S. naturalization.  To read the entire fact sheet, click here.  We have highlighted relevant parts of the fact sheet below. Qualifications While a member of the U.S. armed forces must meet the general requirements and...
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Free Webinar on March 17 – How To Become a U.S. Citizen

Would you like to become a United States citizen, but don’t know where to turn or where to begin the process? Bashyam Spiro’s Senior Counsel, Ame Coats, will explain the immigration requirements, process, and processing times in this free webinar on naturalization.  She will also be available to answer your questions. Sign up today!  To register, please click here. Title:  How to...
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