Officers with the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) must consider the “positive contributions” of immigrants applying to become U.S. citizens as part of a more “holistic” approach, according to an agency memo. The new policy directs USCIS officers to account for an applicant’s positive attributes, rather than simply the absence of misconduct. “Becoming a […]
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Czechia extends protection for Ukrainians, tightens rules for Russian applicants
Czech President Petr Pavel signed a law on Feb. 6 to extend the protection period for Ukrainian refugees, the Czech news site České Noviny reported. The law also criminalizes unauthorized activities in favor of a foreign state and tightens requirements for Russian applicants seeking citizenship. Under the new provisions, temporary protection for Ukrainian refugees, set […]