Tag: Tips
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INDIVIDUAL TAX IDENTIFICATION NUMBER (ITIN)
What is a ITIN? Who can get a TIN? How do I get a TIN? How do I pay taxes without having a social security number? How do I file taxes as undocumented immigrant?
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Family Reunification Parole Email Invitations Begin Going Out Today
The family reunification parole (FRP) processes are available by invitation only to certain petitioners who filed an approved Form I-130, Petition for Alien Relative, on behalf of a principal beneficiary who is a national of Colombia, El Salvador, Guatemala, or Honduras, and their immediate family members. These processes allow an eligible beneficiary to be considered…
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HOW DO I HELP A RELATIVE GET STATUS IN THE U.S.?
You can read this nifty flyer the U.S. Government made instead of just making a way for people to actually do it. As a citizen of the United States, you may help a relative becomea lawful permanent resident of the United States by obtaining whatis often referred to as a “Green Card.” To do so,…
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AVOIDING DELAYS IN ADJUDICATION OF I-485
On the USCIS website, the Service has added some tips for avoiding unncessary delays in the adjudication of an I-485. They suggest that applicants: Submitting all required initial evidence and supporting documentation at the same time you file Form I-485 may eliminate the need for us to issue a Request for Evidence (RFE) to obtain…
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NATURALIZATION INTERVIEW CIVICS TEST
Prepare For Your Naturalization Interview The civics portion of the naturalization test is an oral test. The USCIS officer will ask you up to 10 questions from the list of 100 civics test questions. You must answer 6 questions correctly to pass the civics test. Naturalization Civics Test The Government’s weird study guide for the test…
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What Are Immigration Legal Service Providers?
What are the places that call themselves “Immigration Legal Services?” Are they a law firm or a lawyer? Are they legal? New York State does allow for these immigration assistance services to operate providing limited services, but it is regulated by NY law and THEY ARE NOT PERMITTED TO PROVIDE LEGAL ADVICE. There are registration requirements and…
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Tips for Filing A Petitioner or Application with USCIS by Mail
Many USCIS forms can be filed online. You can review the list of Forms Available to File Online, check out the Benefits of Filing Online, and learn how to Create a USCIS Online Account. If you are filing online, see our Tips for Filing Forms Online page. You may download and print forms for free from the All Forms page. You may…
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USCIS Biometric “Fingerprints” Appointment
After you file your application, petition, or request, we will schedule your biometric services appointment at a local Application Support Center (ASC) if you need to provide your fingerprints, photograph, and/or signature. We have the general authority to require and collect biometrics from any applicant, petitioner, sponsor, beneficiary, or other individual residing in the United…
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Find a Pro Bono Attorney, DOJ Recognized Organization, or Accredited Representative
Find pro bono attorney, accredited representative, or organization listed on the DOJ website. List of pro bono legal representatives in NY Immigration Court.
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TAXES & TAX RETURNS
Do I NEED TO FILE A TAX RETURN EVERY YEAR IF I AM IN THE U.S.? Yes. Anyone whose income meets the tax return filing threshold, regardless of immigration status, should file a tax return to show they have complied with tax laws. Filing taxes every year also helps to document physical presence in the…