Becoming a U.S. citizen often involves passing a naturalization test that includes questions on U.S. history, government, and English language skills. However, not everyone needs to take this test. In Florida, certain age and residency conditions can exempt some...
Citizenship
Immigrants warned to stay away from Miami
Miami is home to immigrants from all over the world. These immigrants are involved in every area of the Miami economy. They work in our restaurants, are business executives, teachers, gardeners, etc. Many immigrants choose to live in Miami because of how welcoming the...
There are hurdles to becoming a citizen
There are many immigrants in the Miami area. The immigrants come from all over the world and many times leave their country in search of a better life in the U.S. The U.S. has always had a welcoming policy towards immigrants but lately the political climate has made...
Did immigration officials ask jails to hold U.S. citizens?
Many Miami area residents are familiar with immigration issues, as many are immigrants themselves. Immigrants are involved in every area of Miami society and are in the U.S. to create a better life for themselves and their family. Immigration issues are in the news...
One green card through marriage requirement may be changing
There are many couples in the Miami area where one person is from a foreign country while the other is a citizen of the United States. Those who are in these relationships and get married may want to obtain a green card. There are many who want to seek permanent...
Information regarding dual citizenship
There are some residents of the Miami area who hold dual citizenship with another country. These residents have legal rights in both countries, yet there can be legal complications that often arise with dual citizenship. There are several ways in which a person can...
Helping you enter the path towards citizenship
When we are born, it assumed that the country we are born in is our home country. But there are some events that could alter this. In cases where a child was born abroad, his or her parents will likely have to take steps to establish U.S. citizenship. In other cases,...
What are the advantages and disadvantages of dual citizenship?
It can be very advantageous for an immigrant to move from their home country to the United States. As the U.S. is the land of opportunities, many come to America for work opportunities and to start fresh. However, when a foreign national is not leaving their home...
An overview of the naturalization process
Those who are interested in becoming a U.S. citizen may think it is a long and involved process. They're definitely not wrong. There are many steps in the naturalization process that a Miami resident will need to complete. First, a person needs to find out if they are...
What is the Child Citizenship Act?
Miami is a city that is full of immigrants from all over the world. Many of these immigrants have children who are valuable members of their family. The Child Citizenship Act of 2000 is a way for foreign-born children to acquire American citizenship. Certain children...