Naturalization ceremonies are both routine and emotionally significant, marking the official entry into American citizenship for many.
Worcester rejects petition that would have forced immigrants running for office to show their papers
The Worcester City Council unanimously opposed a petition requiring naturalized citizens to submit paperwork to run for office, labeling it as bigoted and xenophobic.
With an election looming, the US is approving citizenship applications at the fastest speed in years
A significant increase in citizenship approvals is occurring as the Biden administration addresses backlogs, impacting the naturalization of new U.S. citizens.
Citizenship applications often rise during election years, especially in California, which has the highest number of eligible lawful permanent residents.
With an election looming, the U.S. is approving citizenship applications at the fastest speed in years
The U.S. is seeing a surge in naturalization ceremonies as immigration authorities process applications faster than in previous years.
Premium Content: Living the American dream
The naturalization ceremony on Fire Island marked a historic gathering of new citizens, signifying hope and community support 23 years post-9/11.
Inside Germany: Citizenship applications surge, 'Sommerloch' and Spreewald pickles
German cities see a surge in citizenship applications post-change in citizenship rules.
The Joy of New Americans
Naturalization ceremonies are both routine and emotionally significant, marking the official entry into American citizenship for many.
Worcester rejects petition that would have forced immigrants running for office to show their papers
The Worcester City Council unanimously opposed a petition requiring naturalized citizens to submit paperwork to run for office, labeling it as bigoted and xenophobic.
With an election looming, the US is approving citizenship applications at the fastest speed in years
A significant increase in citizenship approvals is occurring as the Biden administration addresses backlogs, impacting the naturalization of new U.S. citizens.
Citizenship applications often rise during election years, especially in California, which has the highest number of eligible lawful permanent residents.
With an election looming, the U.S. is approving citizenship applications at the fastest speed in years
The U.S. is seeing a surge in naturalization ceremonies as immigration authorities process applications faster than in previous years.
Premium Content: Living the American dream
The naturalization ceremony on Fire Island marked a historic gathering of new citizens, signifying hope and community support 23 years post-9/11.
Inside Germany: Citizenship applications surge, 'Sommerloch' and Spreewald pickles
German cities see a surge in citizenship applications post-change in citizenship rules.
Can people with a German spouse get faster citizenship under new law?
Germany's new citizenship law allows for faster naturalization, reducing residence requirements for most foreigners from 8 to 5 years and in some cases even 3 years.
'I'll be proud to finally become German': Foreigners react as dual citizenship law passes
Dual citizenship in Germany has been restricted in the past, but a new law now allows dual citizenship for all naturalizing as German.
The reform also reduces the residency requirement for naturalization from eight years to five, and some well-integrated individuals can naturalize after three years.
German lawmakers have voted to change the law to open up the possibility of dual citizenship and reduce the time needed for naturalization.
The law change is aimed at attracting skilled workers and easing labor shortages in Germany.
Can people with a German spouse get faster citizenship under new law?
Germany's new citizenship law allows for faster naturalization, reducing residence requirements for most foreigners from 8 to 5 years and in some cases even 3 years.
'I'll be proud to finally become German': Foreigners react as dual citizenship law passes
Dual citizenship in Germany has been restricted in the past, but a new law now allows dual citizenship for all naturalizing as German.
The reform also reduces the residency requirement for naturalization from eight years to five, and some well-integrated individuals can naturalize after three years.
German state: Citizenship applicants must support Israel DW 12/06/2023
The state of Saxony-Anhalt in Germany has implemented a policy requiring individuals seeking naturalization to confirm in writing their recognition of Israel's right to exist and condemnation of any efforts against Israel's existence.
The state's interior minister is urging the other 15 states in Germany to adopt similar rules.