Why Some Immigrants Remain “One Step from U.S. Citizenship” — What You Should Know

A large cohort of immigrants with every filed requirement completed are discovering their route to U. S. citizenship halted at the very last juncture. Answers to review queries like: “If I change employers while my I-140 petition is pending, will the USCIS approve my adjustment of status application?” are not guaranteed a place in the file of the U. S. Citizenship and Immigration Services.

Citizens-to-be, even those who have come a long way, stand puzzled at what the President and his chiefs, thinking and motivated by ulterior reasons, have chosen to throw in the way of their leader in this big country. In the tragic case of one who declines to all four paths, one of the green card, the civics test, the interviews, and the background the applicant was told just days before his scheduled ceremony that his citizenship event, in which his spouse had provided her children, was to be canceled, hence the level of frustration.

What Can Be Done?

Recent enforcement orders suggest possible targeting of persons from particular countries and are applied to cancel naturalization ceremonies for those affected. The greatest risk would be for citizens from those “high-risk” countries, who might face indefinite delays without even a clear timeline for resolution, despite the fulfillment of all requirements.

What This Means for You or Your Client

Uncertainty at this crucial stage, with having your green card and passing the tests, definitely does not secure the final oath ceremony on time.
Delays in the benefits of full citizenship. Along with the right to work in any job, until the oath — mark of the final step — is complete, the citizens lose voting rights, certain protections, legal certainty, and travel and long-term stability.
Planning and expectations should be adjusted. If you were counting on any citizenship in the near future, the bleak possibility of delays should be poured into the mix.

Your Courses of Involvement Now

Keep in contact with the legal adviser to keep track of changes in status and indications of any lengthy wait in proceedings if you are close to completing naturalization.
Try to hold your documents in order – don’t take everything as given until the oath is spoken.
For the families and dependents, get ready. The frustration strikes anybody, not just the applicant, for long-term planning, travel, employment, and life decisions.

At Abhinav Immigration Services, we know how frustrating the process can get-especially after your years of struggle and abiding by the law. We have some solutions to hand-hold you, keep you informed, help you negotiate uncertainties, and plan for the undeniable citizenship acquisition in the future.

Stay vigilant. Stay prepared.