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New USCIS Policy On NTAs After Immigration Benefit Denials: What You Need To Know

By Alena Shautsova, New York Immigration Lawyer On February 28, 2025, U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) issued a revised policy expanding its authority to issue Notices to Appear (NTAs) following the denial of …

The 5 Essential Steps To Apply For U.S. Citizenship (Naturalization Process)

Becoming a U.S. citizen is a significant milestone for many immigrants. The naturalization process can seem daunting, but with the right guidance and preparation, it can be a smooth journey. …

Denaturalization: Who May Lose Citizenship, How The Proceedings Begin, And What The Consequences Are

Becoming a U.S. citizen is often seen as the ultimate goal for immigrants. It is a moment of pride, accomplishment, and security. However, citizenship is not always permanent. While it …

How To Become A U.S. Citizen: Comprehensive Guide By A New York Citizenship Lawyer

Author: New York Citizenship Lawyer Alena Shautsova The journey to becoming a U.S. citizen can feel overwhelming, but with the right guidance and preparation, it becomes a more manageable process. …

The N-366 Process: How To Appeal A Denied N-400 Naturalization Application

Author: New York Citizenship Lawyer When your naturalization application (Form N-400) is denied, it can be disheartening. However, the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) offers a recourse through the …

Denaturalization: Options For Those Facing Difficult Choices

Author: USA Immigration lawyer Alena Shautsova As naturalization is the goal of every immigrant in the United States, denaturalization is her/his worst fear. Denaturalization is the process during which the …

Unexpected Bars To Naturalization: Good Moral Character And More

Author: US Citizenship and Immigration attorney Alena Shautsova In the law office of Alena Shautsova, NYC Immigration lawyer, we help clients to successfully obtain US citizenship. US citizenship is the …

N400: Timeline And New Pitfalls

Author: U.S. Citizenship and Naturalization Attorney Alena Shautsova Being granted US Citizenship is a dream come true for many lawful permanent residents who went through significant hurdles to adjust their …

US Citizenship: Automatic Citizenship For Children

Author: NYC Immigration Citizenship Lawyer Alena Shautsova A person who was brought to the USA as a child may not know that he or she is already a citizen. Often, …

New Trends In Naturalization Proceedings: Good Moral Character

Author: US Citizenship Attorney Alena Shautsova I read an article recently that a former political prisoner of Cuba, who advocated against Fidel Castro, was actually detained in Cuba, and later …

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