Citizenship
Naturalization timelines, civics test preparation, dual citizenship rules, and citizenship-by-investment programs worldwide. Covers N-400 processing, oath ceremonies, and denaturalization risks.
Top questions about Citizenship
Answers from VisaVerge guidesWhat changes did the US Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) announce in 2025?
USCIS announced inflation adjustments that increased premium processing fees, with Form I-129 increasing from $2,805 to $2,965 and Form I-140 rising to $2,965.
Read: UK Government Hikes Immigration and Visa Fees, Canada and Germany GainWhat changes are happening for U.S. citizenship applications in 2025-26?
The civics test now has a larger question bank, higher filing fees, and more detailed reviews of applicants' backgrounds.
Read: U.S. Citizenship Changes Effective Oct 20, 2025 for 2025–26 ApplicantsHow can applicants prepare for potential changes in citizenship rules?
Applicants should build a “proof packet” now by collecting residence registration history, entry/exit records if available, employment contracts and pay slips, tax summaries, and documentation showing any public benefits used and why.
Read: Sweden Council on Legislation Criticises Retroactive Citizenship RulesWhat steps should prospective immigrants take in response to these changes?
Prospective immigrants should align their skills with job demand, engage with supportive communities, and stay informed about policy developments.
Read: Portugal Sets Immigration Quotas for Work Visa HoldersWhat practical steps should visa applicants take given the current policy landscape?
Visa applicants should start early, ensure all documentation is complete, stay updated on embassy websites, and monitor priority updates from the State Department's Visa Bulletin to navigate the delays effectively.
Read: President Trump's New Orders Bring Delays, Changes to U.S. Visa Process
Trump Administration Proposes $570 Increase for U.S. Citizenship Application Fees
DHS proposes raising U.S. citizenship fees to $1,330, ending most low-income waivers in a shift to a full-cost 'beneficiary-pays' immigration model in 2026.
Court Halts Plan to Track Citizen Data Amid Claims of Inaccurate Voter Roll Purges
U.S. Judge Sparkle Sooknanan blocks the Trump administration's national citizenship database for voter purges, citing privacy and federal…
Trump Administration Targets 2 Connecticut Residents in Denaturalization Actions Under Zero-Tolerance Policy
The DOJ filed denaturalization cases against two CT residents on June 8, 2026, part of a sweep targeting…
Why Global Entrepreneurs Now Treat Second Citizenship as a Business Asset, Not a Luxury Purchase
Investment migration rules in Europe and the Caribbean shifted dramatically in 2026, making second citizenship a strategic business…
2026 Gift Tax Exclusion for Noncitizen Spouse: Limit Is $194,000, Not Unlimited
The 2026 IRS gift tax exclusion for noncitizen spouses is $194,000. Transfers above this limit for non-U.S. citizens…
ICE Drops Deportation Effort After Maryland Woman Proves U.S. Passport, Good Cause
ICE dismissed removal cases against a Maryland-born U.S. citizen in 2026 after a six-month legal battle proved her…
TRAC Data Shows 4,000% Surge in Denaturalization Lawsuits in 2026
Trump administration denaturalization lawsuits surge 4,000% in 2026, targeting naturalized citizens for fraud and past crimes to restore…
Canada Revokes Citizenship Certificates Linked to Falsified Genealogy Website Claims
IRCC orders surrender of Bill C-3 citizenship certificates due to reliance on genealogy sites instead of official government…
Government of Canada Suspends Citizenship Certificates Issued Under Bill C-3
IRCC suspends Bill C-3 citizenship certificates for 4,000 'Lost Canadians' in 2026, demanding original records and surrender of…
Trump Administration Targets 17 in Denaturalization Campaign, Including Indian-Origin Businessman
The DOJ filed 17 denaturalization cases in June 2026, targeting fraud and concealed crimes as part of a…