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New York Mets baseball player Jose Quintana became a #NewUSCitizen on March 19! José Guillermo Quintana is a professional baseball player from Columbia and the starting pitcher for the New York Mets of Major League Baseball. He previously played in...

"I have the power."Action movie icon Dolph Lundgren recently added another impressive feat to his resume - becoming a naturalized U.S. citizen! The Swedish-born star took the Oath of Allegiance in a Los Angeles ceremony, officially becoming #NewUSCitizen. Lundgren, known...

U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) has finalized a new rule impacting several key areas for immigration and naturalization applicants and petitioners. The new fees, forms and premium processing are effective April 1, 2024. In their new rule published January...

The United States welcomed a diverse group of nearly a million new citizens in 2023, highlighting the country's commitment to inclusivity and its rich immigrant history. Fiscal year 2023 saw a record number of naturalizations, with USCIS welcoming nearly 878,500...

Have you considered a New Year Resolution that could truly transform your life and future? 2024 might be the year you finally achieve U.S. citizenship, opening doors to a world of possibilities. Becoming a U.S. citizen is more than just...

In 2023, United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) proudly welcomed military service members from the U.S. Navy, Air Force, Marines, National Guard, Coast Guard and Space Force to become #NewUSCitizens in naturalization ceremonies around the world! These men and...

Across the country, new American citizens are rejoicing. In Chicago, on December 8th, 140 individuals from 41 different nations proudly changed their status from immigrant to U.S. citizen. This heartwarming ceremony reflects a nationwide trend: a surge in naturalization ceremonies...

Form N-400, Application for Naturalization, is a form used by lawful permanent residents of the United States to apply for U.S. citizenship. It is the most common way for non-citizens to become U.S. citizens. According to immigration attorneys and experts,...

Chicago welcomed 73 #NewUSCitizens from 32 countries during a naturalization ceremony at Cantigny Park on November 13.  U.S. District Judge Thomas M. Durkin and Lieutenant Governor Juliana  Stratton presided over the naturalization ceremony. Lt Governor Stratton said, "To our new...

Chicago welcomed 124 #NewUSCitizens from 44 countries during a naturalization ceremony surrounded by the beauty of nature on October 30 at the Chicago Botanic Garden.  U.S. District Judge Matthew F. Kennelly presided over the naturalization ceremony. As the new citizens...