New USCIS Guidance on Acquisition of Citizenship for Children
Recently, USCIS updated its Policy Manual regarding the acquisition of citizenship for children. Read more about how this may affect you.
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Recent Extension and Redesignation of Somalia for Temporary Protected Status (TPS)
Recently, Somalia has been extended and redesignated for TPS. Read this blog to learn about what this may mean for you.
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Yemen’s TPS Extension and Redesignation: What You Need to Know
Read this blog to learn more about Yemen's recent TPS extension and redesignation and contact the Lightman Law Firm for help.
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USCIS Has Updated Confidentiality Protections for Naturalized Citizens
The U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) has recently released updated guidance regarding the confidentiality protections outlined in 8 U.S.C. 1367. According to this new interpretation, these protections conclude upon an individual’s naturalization. This update primarily impacts those who were previously protected, including self-petitioners under the Violence Against Women Act (VAWA) and individuals holding T […]
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New TPS Designation for Haiti: What It Means for Haitian Nationals in the U.S
On June 3, 2024, Secretary of Homeland Security Alejandro N. Mayorkas announced the extension and redesignation of Haiti for Temporary Protected Status (TPS) for 18 months, spanning from August 4, 2024, to February 3, 2026. This decision was made in light of the extraordinary and temporary conditions currently plaguing Haiti. Read this blog to learn […]
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USCIS Extends EAD Validity for TPS Beneficiaries
In a recent update, the United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) has extended the validity of certain Employment Authorization Documents (EADs) for beneficiaries of Temporary Protected Status (TPS) from El Salvador, Honduras, Nepal, Nicaragua, and Sudan. These extensions are valid through March 9, 2025. If you are a current TPS beneficiary from one of […]
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