Category: US Citizenship

Sometimes, it is necessary for a U.S. citizen to renounce or give up their U.S. citizenship. Below we look at some of the pros and the cons to renouncing your U.S. citizenship.  Pros of Renouncing US Citizenship Cons of Renouncing US Citizenship If you are interested in renouncing your U.S. citizenship, be sure to contact […]

If you currently have a naturalization application pending with the U.S. government, you may be wondering if you can travel in the period between your naturalization interview and your oath ceremony. The short answer is yes: there is no restriction on international travel when you apply for naturalization nor after you have been recommended for […]

Going into your naturalization interview can seem daunting. Our recent experience accompanying a client to their interview can provide you with some insight as to what you might expect at your own interview and ease some of your concerns.  According to our recent experience, the following provides a description of what you may expect your […]

If you have recently become a U.S. citizen, you may be wondering how to obtain a U.S. passport! Below is a step-by-step guide on how to do just that.  For more information, be sure to visit the Department of State website. 

On January 3, 2023, U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) issued a proposal to adjust certain immigration and naturalization benefit request fees. These new fees would allow USCIS to more fully recover its operating costs, reestablish and maintain timely case processing, and prevent the accumulation of future case backlogs.  USCIS receives a majority of its […]

Associate Attorney Erica Chiodo talks about a recent client success story involving applying for naturalization. Watch the video below for more information and check out our page on US Citizenship and our blog for posts like USCIS Automatically Extends Green Cards for Naturalization Applicants. If you have any questions, contact Berardi Immigration Law today. We […]

There are a lot of pros and cons to consider before making this decision, and it’s not something that should be taken lightly. In the video below, we’ll take a look at some of the most important factors to think about when deciding whether or not to renounce your citizenship. You may also be interested […]

In this video, we take a look at the future of DACA and what Congress is doing (or not doing). We’ll also explore some possible outcomes for DREAMers and their families. This is an important issue that affects many people, so please share this video if you find it helpful or informative. You may also […]

On October 31, 2022, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) implemented their final rule to preserve and fortify Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA). This means that DACA is now based on a formal regulation, thereby preserving and fortifying the program while the program remains the subject of litigation in court. Previously, DACA was based […]

With Veterans Day nearly upon us, USCIS has announced that it will be hosting several Veterans Day-themed naturalization ceremonies across the nation, exclusive to veterans, service members, and military spouses looking to become U.S. citizens. Over 3,900 naturalization candidates composed of U.S. military, veterans, and their families will take the Oath of Allegiance in 50 […]