USCIS Ends Expedited Naturalization for SSI Beneficiaries
USCIS has rescinded its policy allowing expedited naturalization for certain SSI beneficiaries. The change is effective immediately and impacts pending and new applications.
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USCIS has rescinded its policy allowing expedited naturalization for certain SSI beneficiaries. The change is effective immediately and impacts pending and new applications.
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