One Step From Citizenship: Why the Final Hurdle Remains
On October 20, 2025, USCIS updated the N-400 civics test: 128-question pool, up to 20 questions asked, and…
Articles by & updated by Elena Marquez
Japan weighs 10-year residency for naturalization amid policy shift
Japan may shift naturalization practice from five consecutive years to around ten years of effective residence, with tougher…
USCIS Re-Reviews Green Cards Granted in Past Five Years
USCIS will re-review green cards and other benefits granted over the last five years to nationals of 19…
US Reduces Refugee Work Permit Validity to 18 Months
Starting December 5, 2025, USCIS will cap work permits at 18 months for refugees, asylum seekers, and certain…
USCIS Holds and Reviews Pending Asylum and Benefit Applications
PM-602-0192 directs USCIS to pause all I-589 asylum adjudications and hold pending benefits for nationals of 19 high-risk…
US Reviews 3.3 Million Green Card Holders Amid National Security Probe
The administration ordered a large-scale review of roughly 3.3 million green card holders from 19 countries, reopening approved…
Immigrant New Yorkers Face Tougher 2025 Citizenship Exam Ahead
Starting Oct. 20, 2025, the civics test for Form N-400 filers will require 12 correct answers out of…
Millions Face Changing Citizenship Rules Under 2025 Bills
In 2025, legislators proposed ending widespread dual citizenship and restricting birthright citizenship. One bill forces dual nationals to…
USCIS status for Ulster and Dutchess ceremonies remains unconfirmed
USCIS called off ceremonies in seven upstate counties, leaving Ulster and Dutchess applicants unsure about their own dates.…