Are you a service member or veteran who suffered a traumatic brain injury (TBI)? Regardless of your answer, you may be able to help the VA’s ongoing effort to treat the condition. The VA Biorepository Brain Bank (VABBB) is looking for volunteers to donate brain tissue for their research efforts. “If you suffered a blast or other brain injury in…
WHAT ARE THE REQUIREMENTS FOR EXPEDITED NATURALIZATION? The path to becoming a naturalized US citizen can feel complex under ordinary circumstances. There are forms to file and protocols to be met. Tack on the demands of military service and the process can seem even more demanding. How do you meet the eligibility requirements for being a legal permanent resident if…
CAN I BE NATURALIZED OVERSEAS AS A MILITARY SPOUSE? The INA permits eligible military spouses to be naturalized abroad without having to travel to the United States through INA 319(e). In order to be eligible, a lawful permanent resident must meet the following requirements: You must be authorized to accompany your spouse abroad per their official orders. You must…
Does my time abroad count toward residence requirements? INA 319(e) makes a special provision for eligible military spouses by allowing time accompanying a spouse on assignment to count towards the continuous residence and physical presence requirements. To be eligible: You must be a LPR who is married to a member of the U.S. Armed Forces You must be authorized…
I am a foreign-born spouse with an ailing parent. What are my options to assist their naturalization? According to the official USCIS website, spouses and children of servicemembers may be eligible for expedited naturalization. But what paths are available for other family members such as parents or siblings? If you are a naturalized citizen,you can sponsor your family for…
I have a child from a previous marriage? What are my options? If your spouse is not the biological parent of your child, there are still pathways to help their naturalization process. Adoption: If your spouse has adopted your child or is a legal guardian, the child can benefit from your spouse’s military status. They will still need to…
What should I know about sponsoring a family member? As a foreign born spouse you cannot directly sponsor your parents until you become a citizen yourself. If they are currently permanent residents, they can apply for citizenship regardless of your current status. You’re correct; the naturalization options primarily focus on spouses and children of U.S. service members. This does limit…
How can I find a good immigration lawyer? Sometimes you might need outside help to navigate the bureaucratic challenges of immigration. Here are some tips to help you find a good immigration lawyer: Resources: American Immigration Lawyers Association (AILA) – They provide a Military Assistance Program to help active-duty service members find pro-bone immigration attorneys. Military OneSource –This platform…
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