Children born in another country may get U.S. citizenship at birth, or after birth but before age 18. This is applicable to children with at least one parent who is a U.S. citizen. However, there are certain requirements: Citizenship for children born in wedlock ...

US Citizenship
The path to U.S. citizenship from visa to naturalization
The journey to becoming a citizen of the United States often begins with obtaining a visa. This could be a work, student or family-based visa. The type of visa depends on the individual’s circumstances and reasons for coming to the U.S. Further, the process carries on...
Preparing for US immigration citizen test
When someone originally from another country decides to settle in Louisiana or another part of the United States, they may arrive with several goals in mind. In addition to finding employment and a place to live, taking the oath of naturalization might also be a...
The citizenship test could be changing soon
It is the dream of many to live and work in the United States. Immigrants want to come for work opportunities, freedom from persecution, personal safety, family reunification and much more. For many in Louisiana, this includes becoming a citizen of the United States,...
How hard is the naturalization civics test?
At some point, you may have thought your days of studying for tests was long behind you. However, if you have decided to go through the naturalization process to become a citizen of the United States, you have a few more tests to prepare for. One that many find...
US Citizenship and Immigration services to furlough workers
Going through the immigration process means spending a lot of time waiting for answers. These already long wait times are expected to get even longer as the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services plans to furlough nearly 70% of its workforce. The agency will...
Getting citizenship takes time
The emotional journey of immigrating to the United States is unique to everyone, but most experience many similar frustrations. While this country is undoubtedly a melting pot of different cultures, ethnicities and religions from all over the world, the path to...
US citizenship out of reach for some immigrant service members
There are many active duty men and women assigned to one of several military bases in Louisiana. But contrary to what some might believe about the United States Armed Forces, not all of the people serving are U.S. citizens. Immigrants can not only serve in the...
Getting proof of your US citizenship
Becoming a naturalized citizen of the United States is a long and hard journey. Actually getting that U.S. citizenship usually feels like a conclusive end to things, but a lot of people overlook something very important -- actually getting proof. Naturalized citizens...
Revisions are coming to the U.S. citizenship test
There are many steps to becoming a naturalized citizen of the United States. From securing the appropriate documentation to come to the U.S. in the first place, a person must also meet the age requirement and have lived as a lawful permanent resident for five years or...