FAQ: What is the new Alien Registration Requirement?
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FAQ: What is the new Alien Registration Requirement?

UPDATED: April 1, 2025

On March 31, 2025, a coalition of immigration advocacy groups filed a lawsuit blocking the implementation of the Alien Registration Rule. Learn more in our updated blog post.

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On March 12, 2025, the US Department of Homeland Security (DHS) published a new rule requiring individuals to register their presence and provide their fingerprints if they are in the U.S. for 30 days or more. Find out who needs to register, how to register, and more in our FAQ.

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FAQ: What is the removal of temporary conditions Form I-751 process for conditional residents?
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FAQ: What is the removal of temporary conditions Form I-751 process for conditional residents?

If you have been married less than two years when you receive your permanent resident card (typically known as Green Card), you were likely given a conditional green card. which is different from the 10-year green card. Form I-751, Petition to Remove Conditions on Residence, is used by conditional permanent residents to remove the conditions on their residence and obtain a 10-year Permanent Green Card. Read our FAQ regarding this process.

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FAQ: How do I change my name with my N-400 Naturalization/Citizenship application?
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FAQ: How do I change my name with my N-400 Naturalization/Citizenship application?

What is Naturalization?

Naturalization is the process by which a lawful permanent resident (Green Card Holder) applies for and is granted U.S. citizenship. U.S. citizenship is a legal status that offers many benefits and responsibilities, including the ability to vote in U.S. federal elections, serve on a jury, travel with a U.S. passport, and bring family members to the United States. Importantly, once obtained, U.S. citizenship cannot be abandoned or lost by spending extended periods of time outside of the United States (as is the case with permanent residence). In order to naturalize, generally speaking you need to wait at least 4 years and 9 months after obtaining lawful permanent residence before you can submit your N-400 application for naturalization (citizenship).

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