This section of PALawHelp.org has information and resources about Naturalization and Citizenship issues in Pennsylvania.
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ImmigrationLawHelp.org - Pennsylvania Organizations
ImmigrationLawHelp.org is a searchable online directory of over 1,000 free or low-cost nonprofit immigration legal services providers in all 50 states. Only nonprofits that are BIA recognized or have attorneys on staff are included in the directory. Users can search ImmigrationLawHelp.org by state, zip code, or detention facility. Users can also refine their search by types and areas of legal assistance provided, populations served, languages spoken, other areas of legal assistance, and non-legal services provided. ImmigrationLawHelp.org was developed by the Immigration Advocates Network and Pro Bono Net with support from the Four Freedoms Fund.
Citizenship and Naturalization Based Forms
Search all USCIS forms. File your form online for a more convenient and secure experience. For forms available only in paper, select the Form Details button to download the form and instructions. USCIS forms and USCIS online accounts are always free.
Federal Court Finder
Find a federal court location by location or court name, including appellate, district, bankruptcy, probation and pretrial office, or federal defender organization. Each District Court has its own local forms which are generally available on the Court website.
File My Application Online (E-Filing)
This is a location where you can file certain application documents online with U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services. Submitting your application online provides you with several benefits. Get helpful instructions and tips from USCIS as you complete your form using the secure online filing system, avoid common mistakes, and pay your fees online.
Forms Updates
This page lists updates to forms as they publish them, along with a brief explanation of the nature of the update.
Paying USCIS Filing Fees
Information on how you pay the filing fees (including biometrics and other fees) that are required to file many forms with U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services. This will depend on whether you are inside or outside of the United States.
How Do I Become a United States Citizen?
Information from the Erie County Bar Association on the requirements and procedure for becoming a citizen of the United States. (February 2019)
CitizenshipWorks
This website will help you to answer important questions about your eligibility for citizenship through naturalization. It will also help you to understand the naturalization process and prepare for the naturalization tests.
A Guide to Naturalization
This booklet from U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services contains information about the Naturalization process. [PDF]
Bringing Children, Sons and Daughters to Live in the United States as Permanent Residents
Information from U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services about helping your child become a permanent resident of the United States.
Citizenship and Naturalization
Information from U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services on obtaining U.S. citizenship through Naturalization, the process by which U.S. citizenship is granted to a lawful permanent resident after meeting the requirements established by Congress in the Immigration and Nationality Act (INA); and Acquisition of Citizenship, through U.S. citizenship parents either at birth or after birth, but before the age of 18.
Citizenship for Military Personnel & Family Members
If you are a member of the U.S. Armed Forces and are interested in becoming a U.S. citizen, you may be eligible to apply for citizenship under special provisions provided for in the Immigration and Nationality Act (INA). Learn how from U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services.
Citizenship Resource Center
The Citizenship Resource Center has a collection of helpful resources and free study materials for a variety of users including Immigrants who are interested in becoming U.S. citizens; Educators who play a critical role in preparing learners; and Organizations that are interested in supporting immigrants in becoming citizens.
How do I help my adopted child immigrate to the United States or become a U.S. citizen?
This consumer guide from U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services explains three different ways to immigrate an adoptive child from overseas to become a lawful permanent resident or to become a U.S. citizen. [PDF] (March 2018)
I am the Child of a U.S. Citizen: Citizenship Through Parents
Information from U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services on how and when citizenship is obtained through your parents.
I-912, Request for Fee Waiver (Immigration Forms and Services)
This form from the United States Citizenship and Immigration Services may be used to request a fee waiver (or submit a written request) for certain immigration forms and services based on a demonstrated inability to pay.
Naturalization Information for Military Personnel
If you are a member or veteran of the U.S. Armed Forces and are interested in becoming a U.S. citizen, you may be eligible to apply for naturalization under special provisions of the Immigration and Nationality Act (INA). Brochure from U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services. [PDF] (April 2018)
Naturalization Through Military Service
If you are serving or have served in the U.S. armed forces and are interested in becoming a U.S. citizen, you may be eligible to apply for naturalization under special provisions of the Immigration and Nationality Act (INA).
The Naturalization Interview and Test
Information and video from U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services on the test used to demonstrate that an applicant for citizenship is able to read, write, and speak basic English and has a basic knowledge of U.S. history and government.
U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services YouTube Channel
This is the official channel of the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services on YouTube. It contains an extensive collection of videos on Citizenship and Naturalization; E-Verify; Avoiding Immigration Fraud; and Human Trafficking Awareness.
U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement Fact Sheets
Listing of Fact Sheets available from U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement on Enforcement and Removal, Homeland Security Investigations and Management and Administration.
How to defend your own case/Como defender su propio caso
These self-help materials are designed for detainees to use in representing themselves when applying for some common forms of legal relief from removal. Please note they are written for detainees in Arizona and most were last updated in 2013, with support from the American College of Trial Lawyers Emil Gumpert Award. These publications are meant to provide useful basic information about immigration law and detention in removal in Arizona and were created in the course of the Florence Project’s work. Under no circumstances do they constitute legal advice.
immi
Immi is by nonprofit legal experts to help immigrants understand their rights and options. Your answers are safe and private.
immi Learning Center
The immi learning center is your resource for learning about U.S. immigration and how to stay in the U.S. legally. Browse the glossary for basic terms and concepts. Or read more detail about common ways to stay in the U.S.
immi - Search for Legal Help
immi works with legal aid organizations across the U.S. to connect immigrants to legal help. Enter your address or zip code to see a list of organizations in your area.
Catholic Social Services (Philadelphia)
222 N. 17th Street, 3rd Floor Philadelphia, PA 19103
267-331-2490