Immigration Services
We’re Here to Help
We provide low-cost immigration legal assistance for refugees and immigrants living in Minnesota.
Immigration forms and services we help with.
If you are eligible for U.S. citizenship, we can help! Learn more.
Contact our team below if you would like guidance and support with your immigration application.
Ways to Contact our Immigration Team
Choose one of the options below to get in touch with our immigration team and find out how we can help you!
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Call Us
Leave voicemail at 651-377-8642 and our team will get back to you in 1-2 business days.
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Friday Walk- In Hours for Minneapolis residents, 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
If you live in Minneapolis, come to the Institute on Fridays between 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. to receive a free screening and find out how we can help you.
Frequently Asked Questions
- Citizenship (N400)
- Citizenship Appeal/Hearing on Decision (N336)
- Citizenship through Parent (N600)
- Green Card (I485) – for Refugees, Asylees, and T visa holders ONLY
- T Visa (Trafficking)
- Replacement/Renewal of Green Card (I90)
- Employment Authorization Card (I765)
- Replacement of Citizenship Certificate (N565)
- Remove Conditions on Green Card (I751)
- DACA Renewal
- Freedom of Information Act (G639)
- Records/Copy Request
- Request for Evidence (RFE)/Notice of Continuance
Depending on the type of representation, our fees are usually between $85-$600.
Getting citizenship takes a while, depending on where you live. After USCIS receives your application, the process can take 6 months to 2 years, or longer. It includes waiting for:
- a receipt and notice from USCIS
- a biometrics (fingerprinting) appointment
- the interview and test at USCIS
- a naturalization ceremony to take the oath.
To see how long the process takes in your area, check USCIS Processing Times. Under “Form,” scroll down and click “N-400.” Under “Field Office,” pick the office near you.
Yes. We have access to interpreters and staff who speak different languages. You are also welcome to bring your own interpreter.
The majority of citizenship applicants have to speak English in order to become a U.S. citizen and we encourage you to practice speaking English to prepare for the interview.
Classes and Job Trainings
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Citizenship Class
Prepare for the U.S. citizenship test and interview in this class. For students with beginning English skills.
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English
Learn how to read, write and speak English. From literacy to pre-college readiness, we teach all levels of adult English classes.
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Housekeeping Training
Learn cleaning skills to work in hotels, nursing homes, hospitals and office buildings. For students with beginning English or no work experience in the U.S. Graduates receive help finding a job.
Our Reach
We assist over 3,000 refugees, asylees, and immigrants with citizenship and immigration help each year. We believe that investing in the success of immigrants is an investment in the success of the community and the state of Minnesota.
Thanks to support from generous donors and volunteers, our Immigration Services team achieved several milestones last year:
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Success Rate
for our citizenship clients.
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New Americans
became U.S. citizens with Institute help since 2001.
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Saved
by Institute clients on citizenship application fees to U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services last year.
Become a Volunteer
You can make an impact by helping qualified applicants with their citizenship application. Click to view our current volunteer needs.
Funding
Funding for Citizenship & Immigration Services comes from the Institute’s generous donors, and includes grants from:
Immigration Intake Form
Please fill out the form below. We will be in touch with you in 2-3 business days
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Need Help? We’re Here for You.
Call us if you have an immigration question or need to make an appointment.
Immigration Intake
(651) 377-8642
