The following sites provide information on immigration and citizenship, including preparation for taking the new naturalization test and the citizenship interview.
English Language Civics for ESL Students
http://elcivics.com/civics-test-voting-rights.html
Using pictures and easy words, this site provides an easy way to learn about American history, geography, and culture. Site contains lessons, worksheets, PowerPoint presentations, and videos. Also contains links to other recommended English language civics and ESL sites.
Fee Schedule
http://www.uscis.gov/files/nativedocuments/FinalUSCISFeeSchedule052907.pdf
The new fee schedule for U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) which became effective July 20, 2007.
U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services
New Naturalization Test
http://www.uscis.gov/portal/site/uscis
This is the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services' main website. This site provides extensive information about the new citizenship test which went into effect in October 2008. It includes the 100 civics questions as well as the vocabulary tests for the reading and writing portions of the test. Study tools, including civics flash cards, are also included. Also available at this site is information and forms relating to obtaining permanent residency.
U.S. Government and the White House
http://www.whitehouse.gov
This site provides information on the Federal government, the White House, the President and Vice President and their work, White House history, and current events.
Virginia General Assembly
http://legis.state.va.us/1_cit_guide/cit_welcome.html
This site provides information on the Virginia legislature; how to contact senators, delegates, and public relations offices; and how bills become laws.
Welcome to USA.gov
http://www.welcometousa.gov
The government's official website for new immigrants. Draws together information and forms from a wide variety of federal agencies on such topics as finding English classes, obtaining employment, getting green cards, applying for citizenship, and preparing for the naturalization test.
Tutors and teachers may find this document useful to supplement materials on immigration and citizenship.
