Immiva Resources: Your Fast Track to Stress-Free U.S. Immigration & Work Authorization

You can file for U.S. citizenship yourself, and for most people, that's exactly what makes sense.

Learn when you can file your N-400 citizenship application without an attorney, when you actually need legal help, and how guided preparation services offer a cost-effective middle ground. Includes 2026 fee breakdown and civics test updates.

One wrong answer, one missed date, one forgotten trip abroad—and your dream of becoming an American citizen can slip away.

One wrong answer, one missed date, one forgotten trip abroad—and your dream of becoming an American citizen can slip away. Here's what trips up nearly 100,000 applicants every year.

Prepare your citizenship forms online in plain language

Immiva now supports the N-400 Application for Naturalization, so you can prepare your citizenship forms online in plain language, without sitting in front of confusing government instructions for hours.

Make sure your time in the US actually counts before you file Form N-400. Learn the basics of the physical presence rule in plain English so you don’t apply too early by accident.

Make sure your time in the US actually counts before you file Form N-400. Learn the basics of the physical presence rule in plain English so you don’t apply too early by accident.

Effective Oct 29: USCIS no longer accepts checks or money orders—pay filing fees by ACH (G-1650) or credit/debit card (G-1450).

As of Oct 29, USCIS no longer accepts paper checks or money orders. Pay filing fees by ACH (Form G-1650) or credit/debit card (Form G-1450) to avoid rejection. Our guide shows how to pay correctly, prevent declines, and keep your case moving.

A straight-talk guide for immigrants: what to expect at your biometrics appointment, how to prepare, and how it affects your case.

Your USCIS biometrics appointment is a short but essential step in your immigration process. It’s when your fingerprints, photo, and signature are captured to verify your identity and complete background checks. This guide breaks down what to bring, what happens at the appointment, how to reschedule, and what it means for your case — all in plain English.

Everything you need to know about extending or changing your US immigration status without the headache.

So your visa's about to expire, or maybe you want to switch from one status to another. Either way, you're probably staring at Form I-539, wondering where even to start. Trust me, you're not alone. Thousands of people fill out this form every month. While it looks scary at first, it's totally manageable once you know what you're doing.

Step-by-step help for H-1B families using Form I-539. What changed in 2025, how long it takes, and the mistakes to avoid.

If you're reading this, you're probably feeling a bit overwhelmed. Trust me, I get it. When Valérie, a friend of my wife, needed to change her status from F-2 to H-4 last year, I was there for her and helped her with all the paperwork and deciphering USCIS instructions. The good news? It's actually not as complicated as it seems once you break it down.