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Immigrants & Immigration

US citizenship
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Getting married in the US if I am an undocumented immigrant
Learn about obtaining a marriage license and getting married as an undocumented person to a US citizen.
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Good moral character and naturalization
Learn more about activities that count and do not count as evidence of good moral character in immigration.
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How does being charged with a crime affect immigration?
Explains being charged with a crime, found guilty of a crime, and juvenile offenses' influence on an immigration case.
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Green card: deportation and inadmissibility
Learn the main reasons non-citizens may be ineligible for a green card, including health issues, crimes, security risks, fraud, illegal entry, or deportation history.
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Living permanently in the US (green card or LPR - Lawful Permanent Resident)
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Getting married in the US if I am an undocumented immigrant
Learn about obtaining a marriage license and getting married as an undocumented person to a US citizen.
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A child turns 21 before receiving their green card
Discusses if your child is still eligible for a green card once they turn 21 depending on their immigration status.
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Good moral character and naturalization
Learn more about activities that count and do not count as evidence of good moral character in immigration.
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How does being charged with a crime affect immigration?
Explains being charged with a crime, found guilty of a crime, and juvenile offenses' influence on an immigration case.
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Deportation (removal) proceedings
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Immigration resource guide for advocates in 2025
List of current resources for advocates helping detained and non-detained immigrants.
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How long will it take for a detained person to be deported?
Learn how long it takes to deport a person in detention and what happens if they cannot be deported.
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Immigration bond common questions
Explains the process of bond release for immigrants in detention, including who qualifies, how bond amounts are determined, and the steps to request a bond hearing
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Should somebody sign papers to be deported?
Learn about stipulated removal and voluntary departure, two options for leaving the U.S. during removal proceedings.
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Immigration arrests and detention
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Immigration arrests and workplace raids basics
Learn about Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) and what to expect if ICE is present in the community.
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Immigration detention basics
Learn more about what happens when someone is detained by Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE).
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Immigration resource guide for advocates in 2025
List of current resources for advocates helping detained and non-detained immigrants.
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Immigration bond common questions
Explains the process of bond release for immigrants in detention, including who qualifies, how bond amounts are determined, and the steps to request a bond hearing
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Deferred action for childhood arrivals (DACA)
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Immigration resource guide for advocates in 2025
List of current resources for advocates helping detained and non-detained immigrants.
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Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals
Learn what Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals is, including how it was created, what the requirements are, how to apply, what forms you need to submit, and what the benefits are.
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Applying for temporary protected status (TPS)
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Immigration resource guide for advocates in 2025
List of current resources for advocates helping detained and non-detained immigrants.
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Non-Citizen registration requirement
Learn about the new non-citizen immigrant registration requirement under the Alien Registration Requirement.
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Temporary protected status basics
Explains what temporary protected status is, including who qualifies and how to apply.
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How to file for a U-1 Visa for victims of crimes
Requirements and steps for getting a visa as a victim or witness of crime. You should talk to an immigration lawyer and beware of notary fraud.
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U Visas for victims of crime
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Rights of crime victims and witnesses
Explains the rights people in Illinois have when they are a victim or witness of a crime.
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Food stamps or SNAP benefits for immigrants
Learn about qualifying for the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program or food stamps as an immigrant.
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How to file for a U-1 Visa for victims of crimes
Requirements and steps for getting a visa as a victim or witness of crime. You should talk to an immigration lawyer and beware of notary fraud.
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Resources for new arrivals
Resources and information for refugees and asylum seekers arriving in Illinois. Includes information about Temporary Protected Status (TPS), available benefits, and organizations that can help with food, medical care, and legal issues.
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Asylum and refuge
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Immigration resource guide for advocates in 2025
List of current resources for advocates helping detained and non-detained immigrants.
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Government benefits for immigrants
Learn about different government assistance programs available for immigrants and the qualifications for those programs.
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Non-Citizen registration requirement
Learn about the new non-citizen immigrant registration requirement under the Alien Registration Requirement.
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Risks and benefits of applying for asylum
Describes what the risks and benefits of asylum are to help decide if you should apply. Benefits include living in the US without fear of deportation, bringing your family, getting employment authorization, and getting benefits. Risks include the possibility of deportation.
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Applying for work authorization
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Immigration resource guide for advocates in 2025
List of current resources for advocates helping detained and non-detained immigrants.
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Applying for work authorization
Work authorization allows foreign nationals or noncitizens to be employed in the United States. Learn if you qualify for an Employment Authorization Document (EAD), how to apply for an EAD, and more.
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Venezuela's temporary protected status 2023
The U.S. has extended Venezuela's 2021 temporary protected status (TPS) and introduced a new 18-month TPS designation for Venezuela. Learn more about these updates and their implications.
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Resources for new arrivals
Resources and information for refugees and asylum seekers arriving in Illinois. Includes information about Temporary Protected Status (TPS), available benefits, and organizations that can help with food, medical care, and legal issues.
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Sponsoring an immigrant
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Getting married in the US if I am an undocumented immigrant
Learn about obtaining a marriage license and getting married as an undocumented person to a US citizen.
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Getting a green card for a family member
Information on green cards for family members, who can qualify, preference categories and which forms to file.
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Other citizen or immigration issues
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Driver’s license for immigrants
Explains the Temporary Visitors Driver's License (TVDL) and who may qualify, including undocumented immigrants
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Getting married in the US if I am an undocumented immigrant
Learn about obtaining a marriage license and getting married as an undocumented person to a US citizen.
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Paying taxes as an undocumented immigrant
Understand why you need to pay income tax if you are an undocumented immigrant.
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Traffic violations and your immigration status
​Discover how traffic violations can impact your immigration status. Understand how ICE handles different offenses and what may lead to detainment.
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Resources for attorneys and advocates
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Immigration Law
Assistance for attorneys dealing with immigration and immigration issues. Immigration law is now in the news on an almost daily — and some days hourly — “breaking news” status. This handbook covers guidance and resources for attorneys regularly practicing in this area. 2022 edition.
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