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Immigration

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Profiles on Legal Permanent Residents: 2012 Country

Generate a profile of selected demographic characteristics of immigrants who immigrated during 2012 by country of birth.

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Citizenship and Immigration Results

DHS makes sure that immigration benefits are not granted to individuals posing threats to national security through VSP, WHTI, and International Agreements.

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Citizenship and Immigration Services Overview

Overview of USCIS which oversees lawful immigration to the U.S., administering the nation’s lawful immigration system.

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Enforcing and Administering Our Immigration Laws

DHS has taken steps to prevent dangerous individuals from traveling to, entering and remaining in the U.S. and wrongfully receiving immigration benefits.

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Resources

Immigration resources to help you navigate the citizenship and immigration process.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Learn about CIS Ombudsman’s processes, how to request case assistance, how we process your request, and topics related to USCIS.

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Immigration Options for Victims of Crime

U.S. law provides protections for legal and undocumented immigrants who have been crime victims: domestic violence, certain crimes, and human trafficking.

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H-2A Temporary Agricultural Worker Program

H-2A Temporary Agricultural Worker program - instituted to meet a need for seasonal and temporary labor, without adding permanent residents to the population.

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How to Submit a Case Assistance Request

When and how to submit a case assistance request and the types of cases the CIS Ombudsman's Office can help with.

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Providing Immigration Benefits & Information

DHS, through USCIS, provides immigration benefits to people who are entitled to stay in the U.S. on a temporary or permanent basis.