Recently, the United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) announced a series of changes regarding several of its processes. For example, this year the new costs came into force and it is important that those interested in certain procedures know well what the specific conditions are for their requests because, for example, In the case of citizenship, there is a common mistake that can be made that could hinder approval.
According to Uscis, The citizenship process by naturalization is carried out using form N-400, or Application for Naturalization. Through this, people who meet the requirements can become US citizens despite being born outside the country.
This procedure, which costs US$710 in 2024, can be carried out online. From your profile on the Uscis page, you can receive alerts about the status of your case, see all correspondence and verify the response. But be careful, this does not apply in all cases.
Uscis warned through its account on the social network You will not be able to apply online if you request a waiver or reduction of fees for this procedure. If you apply to not have to pay the full fee, then You must send a check corresponding to US$380 along with all the necessary documentation directly to the USCIS offices. That is to say, the digital platform is not an option.
If you request a reduction in the rate, you must send your documentation directly to the Uscis offices.
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How to request a rate reduction for US citizenship before Uscis?
Uscis is aware that in some cases people cannot pay the fees corresponding to the procedures, so gives them the option to access an exemption, although this only applies to certain formsincluding the N-400 or Citizenship by naturalization.
To obtain this benefit, it is necessary to submit Form I-912, or Request for Fee Waiver, but It is essential to fully verify that you do not have the resources to comply with the obligation, Therefore, the authorities will be in charge of carrying out a careful evaluation in this regard.
- If you, your spouse, or the head of the household who lives with you, receive means-tested benefits.
- Your household income must be below 150 percent of the Federal Poverty Guidelines at the time you apply.
- Proof that you are experiencing a financial difficulty that prevents you from paying the filing fee.
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