The Law Office of RSB Ltd provides legal immigration services in Chicago and the Western Suburbs. We offer reliable advice and representation in legal matters concerning immigration law. Learn more about our legal practice and our practice areas.

Call us to schedule a consultation at (312) 226-4232 or (312) ABOGADA.

We can be reached during the following hours:

Monday - Friday      9:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Saturday                Closed

Sunday                   Closed

*Evenings and Saturdays by appointment only

Our model enables us to revolutionize your experience with the immigration process by submitting applications the same-day.

On February 22, 2021 the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services announced the return to the 2008 version of the naturalization civics test. This test will beginning on March 1, 2021. The civics test is given to applicants who apply for U.S. citizenship through naturalization and is one of the statutory requirements. Applicants must demonstrate a knowledge and understanding of the fundamentals of the history and form of government of the United States. 

Back in December of 2020, USCIS had implemented a revised naturalization civics test as part of a test review and update process. The 2020 Civics test requires the applicant to study 128 questions about American government and history. Applicants must answer 12 of the 20 questions correctly to pass the test. All questions are asked orally. The 2008 Civics test is given by a USCIS officer. The offices will ask the applicant up to 10 questions from the list of 100 questions. The applicant must answer 6 questions correctly to pass the 2008 version of the civics test. 

Applicants who filed their application for naturalization on or after December 1, 2020 and before March 1, 2021 will be given the option to take either the 2020 civics test or the 2008 civics test. There will be a transition period where both tests will be offered. 

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USCIS has updated its website and is currently accepting first time DACA applicants! If you have never had DACA before NOW you can apply! Don't miss this new window of opportunity!

What are the requirements to submit a DACA application?

• Arrived in the United States before the age of 16
• Have been physically present in the United States beginning on June 15, 2007 - present, and were physically present in the U.S. on June 15, 2012
• Are currently enrolled in school, have a high school diploma, a GED, or were honorably discharged from the U.S. Armed Forces or Coast Guard
• Under 31 years old as of June 15, 2012
• Not have convictions for a felony, a significant misdemeanor, or three or more non-significant misdemeanors, and are not otherwise a threat to national security or public safety. 
• Must be 15 years old in order to apply

What documents do you need?

• Identity documentation (Birth certificate with translation, copy of a government issued ID)
• Proof of currently enrolled in school or High School diploma (current transcripts or enrollment in a GED program)
• Proof of physical presence before the age of 16
• Proof of physical presence on June 15, 2012 (a few days before and a few days after will also work)
• Proof of physical presence from June 15, 2007 until the present (organize folders for each year and include at least 5 documents per year)
• (2) style passport pictures
• Money order for $495.00 payable to "U.S. Department of Homeland Security"

What kind of documents can you use?

• Immunization records, birth certificates, your children's report cards, your children's doctor's visits, gym membership, income taxes, phone bills, W2s, car insurance, car title, home insurance, speeding ticket violation, etc. Honestly anything that has your name and a date where you can prove you have resided in the United States during the required periods of time. 

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Know your rights

o Do not open the door unless they have a warrant signed by a judge

o Ask them to give you the warrant under the door

o An administrative order of expulsion from immigration authorities is NOT enough

o If agents do not speak Spanish, ask for an interpreter

o Tell you children not to answer the door

o You have the right to remain silent

o Do not sign anything

o Do not lie

o Do not run

o Ask to speak to an attorney

How to prepare beforehand

o Talk with your family and create a written plan about what to do in the event of a detention or deportation

o Talk to your children about the responsibilities to be taken in case of an emergency

o Learn about executing Power of Attorney documents (which gives a relative or friend, the legal authority to make family or financial decisions on your behalf)

o Gather and keep important documents in a safe place (birth certificates, passports, immigration documents, copies of all income taxes, bills, etc.)

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