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Recent headlines have revealed a growing crisis: international college students are losing their visas and being forced to leave the U.S. This is causing fear in college students and adults who discover they’re not U.S. citizens – even though they...

Recent reports highlight a troubling case: a man born on a U.S. military base in Germany was deported to Jamaica, having never legally acquired U.S. citizenship - even though his father was an American soldier. This shocking real-world example shows...

If you are not a U.S. citizen, your authorized period of residency in the United States must have an official starting date and ending date. Your time as a Permanent Resident begins on the date you were granted permanent resident...

  In celebration of Constitution Day and Citizenship Day 2024, U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) held naturalization ceremonies throughout the greater Chicago area in September and October that welcomed immigrants as #NewUSCitizens: On September 13, 2024, a naturalization ceremony...

Godoy Law Office Immigration Lawyers is proud to announce we have opened our 6th location in the Chicago area. Our new office is located in Waukegan, Illinois, and will make it more convenient for people in the North and Northeast...

A recent article in the New York Times analyzed why immigrants are becoming U.S. citizens at the fastest rate in 10 years. The government has reduced the application backlog. With citizenship application processing speed now under 5 months, it is...

Nearly 1,000 new U.S. citizens from 97 countries took the Oath of Allegiance at Chicago's Wrigley Stadium on August 8 as they achieved their American Dream to become a #NewUSCitizen.  "Today, you honor us by helping continue our tradition of...

With the presidential election just around the corner, many immigrants are eager to participate in this pivotal moment for the country. The countdown to Election Day has begun, and with only 100 days left, many green card holders wonder if...

New immigration fees went into effect for many immigration services, including naturalization application Form N-400, effective April 1, 2024. U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) increased the fees for many purposes, including increasing staff, meeting contract costs, improving adjudicator training,...

Congratulations! You've embarked on an exciting journey towards becoming a U.S. citizen. As an immigration attorney, I see many clients eagerly anticipate their naturalization interview but often express nervousness about the civics test. Fear not! This short guide will equip...