Citizenship
Guidance on naturalization processes, dual citizenship options, citizenship by investment, and the rights and responsibilities of new citizens.
No Blanket Ban, but Tight Restrictions on Noncitizen Military Naturalization Persist (2024–25)
Noncitizen troops can still naturalize under INA §328/§329, but Pentagon control of Form N‑426 and a contested 2017 180‑day rule cause widespread delays. Branch policies vary; the D.C. Circuit’s Samma…
RPP Chair Lingden Calls to Preserve NRN Citizenship by Descent
Rajendra Lingden urged maintaining citizenship by descent for NRNs to keep diaspora ties. NRN Citizenship grants economic and…
How Indians Can Apply for Canadian PR: Pathways, Costs, and Timelines
In 2025 Canada maintains high immigration targets (about 1.5 million newcomers across 2024–2026). Express Entry processes many PR…
ICE Raids Cast Shadow Over Mass US Naturalization Ceremony Plans
In summer 2025, stepped-up immigration enforcement changed how families approach naturalization ceremonies. On July 4 in Raleigh, 31…
Stars, Stripes and Sweet Martha’s: 30 Immigrants Become U.S. Citizens at Minnesota State Fair
Thirty immigrants from 23 countries were naturalized at the Minnesota State Fair on August 25, 2025, receiving certificates,…
Israelis Back Palestinian Green Card Holder Detained Amid Citizenship Interview Controversy
Mohsen Mahdawi was detained by ICE during a USCIS interview on April 14, 2025, using a rare Secretary…
Diverse, like a garden: Tower Hill naturalization ceremony welcomes 40+ new citizens
Tower Hill welcomed 40+ new citizens amid a national uptick: 818,500 naturalizations in FY2024 and an 89% approval…
Czechia Among First Countries Hit by Ukraine’s New Dual Citizenship Law
Law No. 11469, signed July 15, 2025, allows Ukrainians to hold dual citizenship with approved states. Initial targets…
Record Surge: More Americans Seeking UK Citizenship After 2024 Election
Home Office data show unprecedented US interest in UK citizenship in 2025: 1,177 naturalisations in Q1, 2,194 applications…
Russian skater who fled granted Polish citizenship, can now eye Olympics
Poland granted Vladimir Semirunniy citizenship on August 26, 2025, enabling his Olympic eligibility and unlocking full national team…