Celebrating Past Presidents and Their Immigrant Parents, Part III: Herbert...
In this series of three blog posts celebrating Presidents Day, we honor three of our nation’s presidents who grew up with immigrant parents.The mother of the United States’ 31st president, Herbert...
View ArticleBlog Post: Recap of USCIS Twitter Office Hours, February 9
On February 9, we held the sixth USCIS Twitter Office Hours to answer your questions about immigration benefits and other services that our agency provides. During this pilot event we were able to...
View ArticleWelcoming New Americans Deep in the Heart of Texas
The White House Task Force on New Americans held its second White House Regional Convening on New Americans in Houston, Texas. Read the details on the White House blog. The article was co- written by...
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NBA Halftime Naturalization Ceremony: A Slam Dunk
Swearing in new U.S. citizensThe arena is packed with fans, the practice and hard work is done, the energy in the air is electric, and now it’s game time. A long, hard journey of blood, sweat and tears...
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Our Website is Now More Mobile Friendly!
We just made our website easier to use with your mobile device. The same content and links you’re used to now have a mobile design, which means you can see and do more on your smartphone or tablet....
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Incubators of Immigrant Integration - It’s so Miami
As a bustling metropolis and cultural hub with a vibrant and diverse population, it is fitting that Miami was host to the third White House Regional Convening on New Americans. The event brought...
View ArticleCity of Angels and New Americans: White House Holds Regional Convening in Los...
On January 29, the White House Task Force on New Americans held its first regional convening in Los Angeles. The goal is straightforward: help immigrants continue to become part of the fabric of our...
View ArticleBlog Post: Recap of USCIS Twitter Office Hours, March 10
On March 10, we held the seventh USCIS Twitter Office Hours to answer your questions about immigration benefits and other services that our agency provides.During this event we were able to answer many...
View ArticleStudy Materials for Citizenship Applicants and Teachers
U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) offers many different naturalization preparation resources for citizenship applicants and teachers.We also fund citizenship preparation programs and...
View ArticleOrganizations: Apply for Citizenship and Integration Grants by April 22; $1...
Each year, USCIS awards millions of dollars in grants to support the quality work of organizations that play a vital role in helping lawful permanent residents in our communities prepare for...
View ArticleRecap of USCIS Twitter Office Hours, April 12
On April 12, we held the eighth USCIS Twitter Office Hours to answer your questions about immigration benefits and other services that our agency provides.During this event we were able to answer many...
View ArticleJoin USCIS in Celebrating Public Service Recognition Week, May 1-7
Each year government employees are honored during Public Service Recognition Week. More than 19,000 USCIS employees oversee lawful immigration to the United States. We couldn’t fulfill our mission of...
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myUSCIS Wins Igniting Innovation Award
USCIS is always striving to improve customer service. Our myUSCIS tool, which helps people navigate the immigration process online in a mobile-friendly format, is a key component of that effort.This...
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Outreach to Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders (AAPI): My Trip to Chicago
By Juliet K. Choi, USCIS Chief of StaffOne of the most satisfying parts of my job is engaging with the communities we serve. Last week, I was in Chicago for meetings in coordination with the White...
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Public Service Recognition Week, Part I: For This Political Refugee, U.S. Was...
In this series of four blog posts celebrating Public Service Recognition Week, we honor the dedication of USCIS employees who fulfill the USCIS mission of securing America's promise as a nation of...
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Public Service Recognition Week, Part II: Texas Officer: How a Small Gesture...
In this series of four blog posts celebrating Public Service Recognition Week, we honor the dedication of USCIS employees who fulfill the USCIS mission of securing America’s promise as a nation of...
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Public Service Recognition Week, Part III: A Refugee Officer's Story:...
In this series of four blog posts celebrating Public Service Recognition Week, we honor the dedication of USCIS employees who fulfill the USCIS mission of securing America’s promise as a nation of...
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Public Service Recognition Week, Part IV: How ‘I Will Be Right Behind You’...
In this series of four blog posts celebrating Public Service Recognition Week, we honor the dedication of USCIS employees who fulfill the USCIS mission of securing America's promise as a nation of...
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Young Musical Star Paola Guanche Nuviola Becomes a U.S. Citizen
(By Ana E. Santiago, USCIS Public Affairs Officer)Paola Guanche Nuviola is no stranger to the stage. Her father, Orlando Guanche, is a well-known Cuban musician. So is her mother - singer Lourdes...
View ArticleBuilding Welcoming Communities Across Michigan
The Task Force on New Americans, which President Obama created in 2014 to promote citizenship and the successful integration of immigrants and refugees into local communities, has been hosting regional...
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