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Citizenship and Immigration Service
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A quick definition of Citizenship and Immigration Service:
Term: Citizenship and Immigration Service
Definition: The Citizenship and Immigration Service is a part of the U.S. government that makes sure people follow the rules for coming to live in the United States. It used to be called something else, but now it is part of the Department of Homeland Security. We use the short name USCIS for it.
A more thorough explanation:
The Citizenship and Immigration Service (USCIS) is a unit within the U.S. Department of Homeland Security that is responsible for enforcing the country's immigration laws. It was created in 2003 when its functions were transferred from the former Immigration and Naturalization Service of the U.S. Department of Justice.
Examples of USCIS responsibilities include:
- Processing applications for visas, green cards, and citizenship
- Conducting background checks on applicants
- Enforcing immigration laws and regulations
For example, if someone wants to become a U.S. citizen, they would need to submit an application to USCIS. USCIS would then review the application, conduct a background check, and determine if the person is eligible for citizenship.
Another example is when someone applies for a work visa. USCIS would review the application, conduct a background check, and determine if the person is eligible to work in the United States.