Becoming a U.S. citizen : a guide to the law, exam & interview /
Becoming a United States citizen. Guide to the law, exam & interview. Guide to the law, exam and interview.
Ilona M. Bray, J.D.
- 12th edition.
- 339 pages : illustrations, map, forms ; 23 cm.
Includes index.
Disadvantages of applying for citizenship -- Advantages of U.S. citizenship -- Confirming your permanent resident status -- Your physical location during permanent residency -- The age requirement -- Demonstrating good moral character -- English language skills -- The U.S. history and government exam -- Loyalty to the U.S. -- Overview: Are you ready to apply? -- What you'll put in your application packet -- Preparing your cover letter to USCIS -- Filling out USCIS Form N-400 -- Submitting the application -- Improving your eligibility for U.S. Citizenship -- Tracking your application and dealing with delays -- If you move or travel -- Requesting emergency attention -- When all else fails, call your U.S. Congressperson -- How much English you'll need to know -- How USCIS tests your English -- Study resources -- Your exam preparation strategy -- Learning the answers to the 100 questions -- The 20 questions for applicants age 65 and older -- How to become the applicant's designated representative -- How USCIS can accommodate a disability -- Obtaining a disability-based waiver of the exam requirements -- Requesting a waiver of the oath of allegiance requirement -- Final preparation for interview -- The naturalization interview -- If the interview goes badly -- Approval or denial: What's next? -- Retaking the citizenship exams -- Providing more documentation -- Choosing to appeal or reapply -- How to appeal denial of naturalization -- What to do if you lose the appeal -- Reapplying for citizenship -- When do you need a lawyer? -- Gather names of prospective attorneys -- Avoid sleazy lawyers -- Choosing among lawyers -- Signing up your lawyer -- Firing your lawyer -- Do-it-yourself legal research -- The swearing-in ceremony -- How to prove your U.S. Citizenship -- Registering to vote in U.S. elections -- U.S. citizenship for your children -- Helping other family members immigrate -- Words you need to know. Your companion on the path to U.S. citizenship -- Deciding whether to apply for U.S. citizenship. Are you eligible for U.S. citizenship. Preparing and submitting your application. Between filing and interview: Dealing with the wait. Preparing for the English exam. Preparing for the U.S. History and Government exam. Overcoming disability when applying for citizenship. The interview. Denials, appeals, and repeat interviews. Legal help beyond this book. After you are approved.
"Green card holders who take the next step and become U.S. citizens gain a host of benefits: the right to vote and apply for certain federal jobs, faster immigration for family, protection against deportation or new anti-immigration legislation, and more. But the application process itself can be long and confusing -- and at worst, create a risk of deportation. With Becoming a U.S. Citizen, you can save months, or even years, and avoid complications. [...] Becoming a U.S. Citizen also shows you how to ask for a reduced fee or take advantage of special exceptions if you have a disability, are in the military, or are the spouse of a U.S. citizen."--Back cover.
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Naturalization--United States--Popular works. Citizenship--United States--Examinations, questions, etc.