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Immigration
Moving from one country to another involves meeting certain requirements and obtaining the proper permissions. This category is for questions related to these requirements and processes.
5,726 Questions
Why is the US called the nation of immigrants?
Because alot of people jump the border (no offense to any Mexicans) and alot of people come into the US as immigrants. the US has the most immigrants, and Immagrants know they can come here for help or an oppertunity. That's good and bad, and it shows through our economy :(
~Cherry.girl**
No, and the laws regarding marriage to an illegal immigrant become more draconian every day.
Do you need a visa to travel to Greece from the US?
No. People from the European Union does not require a visa to enter Mexico; just the passport is needed.
What happens if you are in the us and you lose your visa?
That is illegal and if you are caught you could be deported. Also, if you entered US illegally, you can not obtain US Green Card according to the current immigration law, even if you married a US Citizen.
Do EU citizens need a visa to Turkey?
No
Umm, yes we do. A visa is attained at the airport (port, border) in Turkey for the sum of £10, $20 or €15 (only cash is accepted). You can not step on Turkish soil without this visa. It is valid for multiple entry for 90 days and does not allow you to work.
How do immigrants maintain their culture while becoming a part of their new country?
Immigrants often maintain their culture while becoming a part of a new country by gathering in areas with other immigrants from their home country. These small communities allow immigrants to feel at home while still becoming a part of a new country.
The infant will be issued a certificate of live birth by the Canadian province in which the infant was born; that is, the baby becomes a Canadian citizen through Canada's jus soli. And, the baby most likely becomes a U.S. citizen through the American jus sanguinis, depending on the effect of Title 8, United States Code, section 1401 et seq., although if 8 U.S.C. §1401 et seq. applies to deem the infant a U.S. citizen by birth, steps should be taken to affirmatively assert that citizenship, such as obtaining a U.S. passport for the infant. It is only if these conditions are satisfied that the infant becomes a "dual citizen" under American law. If 8 U.S.C. §1401, et seq., were to be deemed to not apply, the infant would have to be naturalized to American citizenship under Title 8, United States Code, section 1421, et seq., in order to become a U.S. citizen.
It is instructive to understand what "dual citizenship" actually means.
The United States has two types of citizenship, citizenship by birth and citizenship by naturalization.
U.S. citizenship by birth and "dual citizenship"
The specification of what characteristics must accrue to those accorded U.S. citizenship by birth is primarily set forth in Title 8, United States Code, section 1401, but 8 U.S.C. §1401a, 8 U.S.C. §1402, 8 U.S.C. §1403, 8 U.S.C. §1404, 8 U.S.C. §1405, 8 U.S.C. §1406, 8 U.S.C. §1407, 8 U.S.C. §1408, and 8 U.S.C. §1409 also speak to this.
Some of those accorded U.S. citizenship by birth include persons born outside the United States. For instance, inter alia, 8 U.S.C. §1401(c), 8 U.S.C. §1401(d), 8 U.S.C. §1401(g) and 8 U.S.C. §1401(h) specify characteristics accruing to individuals who are considered U.S. citizens by birth, but who are born outside the geographical boundaries of the United States. This is the American jus sanguinis.
It is therefore corollary to this status that those individuals are both entitled to U.S. citizenship by birth through the jus sanguinis and citizenship in and of the relevant foreign nation through that nation's jus soli. That is, when one is a U.S. citizen by birth because one has the characteristics accruing to oneself that are specified in 8 U.S.C. §1401 et seq., it is a matter of birth, and not choice.
Therefore, by the jus soli as to both countries, one is a U.S. citizen by birth and in some way is subject to the citizenship laws of the foreign nation, simultaneously. This status is what is meant by the term "dual citizenship".
U.S. citizenship by naturalization and the legal impossibility of "dual citizenship"
U.S. citizenship by naturalization, however, stands in contrast to this. Particularly instructive about U.S. citizenship by naturalization, set forth in Title 8, United States Code, section 1421, et seq., is 8 U.S.C. §1448(a)(2):
"[a] person who has applied for naturalization shall, in order to be and before being admitted to citizenship, take in a public ceremony before the Attorney General or a court with jurisdiction under section 1421(b) of this title an oath:
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to renounce and abjure absolutely and entirely all allegiance and fidelity to any foreign prince, potentate, state, or sovereignty of whom or which the applicant was before a subject or citizen[.]"
What this means is that under U.S. law, at the moment of naturalization, by U.S. law one is no longer a citizen of the nation from which one originated, and henceforth is only a U.S. citizen. Therefore, for naturalized citizens of the United States, it is legally impossible to be a "dual citizen".
Actually yes, the child would be a Canadian citizen because that was where he/she was born. The child can get dual citizenship if the US parents file papers stating the child was born out of country.
I don't know if the laws have changed but my parents were American citizens who came to Canada in 1935 and never gave up their American citizenship or voted in Canada. They had 2 children - my brother went back to the US before he was 21 and joined the US army and IS an American citizen. I stayed in Canada and voted in Canadian elections - which makes me Canadian. To my knowledge my parents never registered either one of us to get dual citizenship.
Do you lose your Canadian citizenship if you apply for dual citizenship in US?
Not unless you renounce your Canadian citizenship voluntarily.
Do Austrian citizens need visas to enter US?
All foreign national are required to have a visa to enter the US. Even American citizens are required to have a passport to re-enter the country.
How to apply for a green card?
There are numerous method to acquire a US green card through:
- employment,
- a family member
- marriage.
Individuals who have already obtained a green card may require the green card to be replaced, renewed or perhaps it is time to remove the conditions on your Conditional Green Card issued based marriage. Immigration Direct guides you through the Green Card process making it simple, secure and affordable.
Is it legal for a US citizen to marry a foreign national so that they can remain in the US?
Many people do this, but the illegal alien is taking advantage by asking either a man or woman to marry them so they can stay in that particular country. Yes, you could get into trouble, and if you don't get into trouble with your government, the person who is an illegal alien can cause you trouble. Marriage is marriage and you may have a tough time getting out of it. Don't do it! Let this person get into the U.S. the right way ... through immigration! * Marrying in an attempt to attain permanent residency or ciritzenship status is in violation of federal law. If convicted of fraudulent marriage either or both participants can be incarcerated in a federal facility for a maximum of 5 years with a maximum $200,00 fine. The marriage will be declared invalid and the foreign national will be deported after serving the imposed sentence and permanently barred from applying for reentry. The US citizen will have a permanent criminal record of having committed a federal felony. In addition, marrying a US citizen no longer guarantees the foreign national will be granted US citizenship.
How many schengen countries are there?
The full list of the 26 current (as of 2012) members of the Schengen area is:
Austria, Belgium, Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Iceland, Italy, Latvia, Liechtenstein, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden and Switzerland.
How long can a Filipino stay in Hong Kong without visa?
An Australian citizen may stay exactly 21 days within the Philippines, from date of entry to day of departure.
Ensure that your arrival and departure dates fall within that time or face possible heavy penalties.
What did the US do regarding immigration in the 1920s?
the US government introduced new legislation meaning that only a certain amount of people could get in, this was mainly from Europe this meant that only 5% of people from Europe got in Successfully.
this was also because of the red scare, this was when people in the USA were scared of the spread of communism.
If you are born in the US to Illegals are you considered a US citzen?
yes if you are born in the U S you are a citizen no matter what what your parent status is at the time of your birth.
Who was the only president to be survived by both his parents?
John F.Kennedy was the only U.S.President to be survived by both his parents.But his father Joseph died soon after hearing his son's death.His mother survived him for 4 years and died on July 22,1967.
Also,Kennedy was the only president to be survived by a Grandmother,who's Maternal Grandmother died on Christmas Day in 1963.
Should Mexicans be allowed to become citizens in the US?
Because they are human beings just like we are. plus if you look back at everyone's etnicity no one is originally from the US anymore! think about it When christopher Columbus came over he ran the Indians south, where is Mexico? Down south, so the Indians met up with the Spainards and created the people we are trying to keep out of this country. Yea they do work for less and harder but in reality it is just to make a livig in this country and survive the white mnan's system. They moved the Indians off their land and claimed it. They forced the black people here to do their work for them and now when the people that are probably part of the forced removals are wanting to come back and make a living here in the United states they are made to leave and put into cages like they are some kind of animals. Remember the Lord and His son who Died on the cross for all of our sins. He created all people as his own and you still discriminate when you should be helping out our fellow man. Before if you look back in history the United States and Mexico was one, before the great divide and the Mexicans down south are part of the native Americans who are living here. THE LAND WAS DIVIDED NOT THE PEOPLE.
Where can one get immigration bail bonds?
"A person can find out about immigration bail bonds from an immigration bail bond company,from a bail bond agent, from a courthouse or from a government office."
How many immigrants came to the US in 1789 to 1799?
Everyone was an immigrant in this time. Even as late as 1830 60% of NYC was foreign born.
What are two promise you make when you become a US citizen?
In order to become a naturalized citizenn of the US, a person must take an oath making these promises: 1) to support the Constitution of the United States; 2) to renounce and abjure absolutely and entirely all allegiance and fidelity to any foreign prince, potentate, state or sovereigntyof whom or which the applicant was before a subject or citizen; 3) to support and defend the Constitution and the laws of the United States against all enemies, foreign and domestic; 4) to bear true faith ad allegiance to the same; and 5) to bear arms on behalf of the US when reqwuired by law or to perform non-combatantservice in the Armed Forces of the US when required by law or to perform work of national importance under civilian direction when required by the law. See Title 8 Section 1448(a) of the United States Code
How do you report employer that hires illegal aliens?
Report them to the Immigrations and Customs Enforcement Service (ICE). Their phone number is 1-866-347-2423. Also there are regional offices where calls can be made to - check the US Government listings in the blue pages at the front of your telephgone directory.
Why should children of illegal immigrants be educated?
Illegal immigrant children should be educated because they should not be blamed for the actions there parents have done. They should be able to receive the same education Americans do because they are not the one to blame. As an American you have two choices in where you decide your tax money should go to, and that is educated more illegal immigrants or having to support the social service and prison system. if these innocent children do not receive an education they will become illiterate criminals in our society. I am an eight grader who attends Mother Caroline Academy, an all-girls Catholic School, and i have family that immigrated to the U.S. and became citizens and because they did become citizens i stand before you today and am able to provide you with this information and be very well educated and proud to say that i am a Hispanic that supports Illegal immigrant children getting an education. These children could learn to read, write and speak English if we all give to them. If these children become educated, they will want to open businesses which means that they have to hire American citizens to work for them. So they will be giving back to American !!
As a young Latina I stand proud and am glad to say I a fourteen year old Dominican named Ashley Mejia answered this question that is such a huge topic in America and did not have a answer for it. I hope i changed the way some Americans may think about Illegal immigrant children not receiving an education.
Answer:
Children of illegal immigrants are juvenile criminals just as their parents are criminals, they entered this country by illegal means and should not be afforded the rights to education as are Legal immigrants and natural born citizens..
(if illegal immigrants enter this country and then have a child, then yes that child should be educated because by law that child is a citizen as they are born in the USA.) However their parents remain illegal immigrant (criminals)
"If these children become educated, they will want to open businesses which means that they have to hire American citizens to work for them. So they will be giving back to American"
These Children that entered the US illegally with their parents grow up to be illegal immigrants they are not citizens, therefor they will not open any business, nor hire American workers, nor will they give back to America...
The demands on our society by the illegal immigrants are far more than their contributions to our society.
US Tax Payers are already supporting enough illegal immigrants by providing welfare, housing, healthcare for illegal criminals they should not be asked to foot the bill to educate illegal children which are in essence juvenile criminals wanted by the federal authorities..
Can a person become a legal resident of the US after overstaying their tourist visa for 10 years?
The question is a bit perplexing as generally it would not be possible for a foreign national to become a legal resident if he or she violated an entry visa, although there exceptions made depending upon individual circumstances. Because of the stricter immigration laws and the aggressive enforcement of such, foreign nationals who are found to be unlawfully present in the US are subject to deportation unless they qualify under refugee or asylee status. Foreign nationals who have been unlawfully present in the US for 12 months or less can be deported and barred from applying for legal reentry for 3 years. Those who have been unlawfully present in the US for more than 12 months can be deported and barred from applying for legal reentry for 10 years.
What happens if a person gets a divorce before becoming a US citizen?
