Is There a Dress Code for the Official Oath of Allegiance Ceremony?
The Oath of Allegiance ceremony finalizes U.S. citizenship. USCIS enforces a formal dress code banning casual wear. Applicants…
Can Disabilities Prevent Taking the Oath of Allegiance?
USCIS allows citizenship Oath waivers for disabilities preventing understanding, requiring Form N-648 medical certification. This inclusion protects disabled…
Examples of Fields Successfully Argued for EB-2 NIW Petitions
EB-2 NIW allows qualified professionals to self-petition for green cards without job offers or labor certification if their…
Form I-485 Fee and Payment Rules: USCIS No Longer Takes Checks
The Form I-485 fee is $1,440 by mail or $1,390 online, unchanged since April 2024. What did change:…
Can I Pay the I-485 Filing Fee Using a Credit Card?
USCIS updated I-485 form fees to $1,440, requiring separate payments for I-765 and I-131. Credit card payment is…
USCIS Extends Green Card Renewal to 36 Months: What You Should Do
Green card renewal applicants now receive a 36-month extension via their I-90 receipt notice to combat 2026 backlogs.…
What Happens If I Make a Mistake Reciting the Oath of Allegiance?
Taking the Oath of Allegiance is mandatory to become a U.S. citizen. Minor errors won’t delay citizenship. USCIS…
Is There a Maximum Total Fee When Filing Multiple I-485 Forms for Family?
Families filing multiple I-485 applications must pay individual fees with no maximum total. Adults pay $1,440, children $950.…
Form I-485 Filing Fee: Current Cost, Reduced Rates, and How to Pay
Form I-485 costs $1,440 by mail or $1,390 online, with a reduced $950 / $900 rate for a…
Is the Form I-485 Filing Fee Different for Children or Specific Groups?
The Form I-485 filing fee is $1,440, with a $950 reduced rate for children under 14 with a…
How to File Form I-485 for U.S. Permanent Residence
To become a U.S. permanent resident, file the current Form I-485 with all supporting documents and correct fees.…
Judge Rules Mahmoud Khalil Can Remain Detained Over Green Card Lies
Khalil’s detention following disputed green card fraud claims has sparked national concerns about political targeting under U.S. immigration…
2025 Federal Tax Return Filing Rules for US Citizens and NRAs
U.S. tax filing rules require citizens and residents to report worldwide income; nonresident aliens report U.S. income. File…
Pay $5 Million for the ‘Trump Card’: New Visa Program Opens
Released in June 2025, the Trump Card visa requires a $5 million investment, replaces the EB-5 visa, and…