Checklist: Protect Yourself in Immigration Matters Text Size:

Immigration matters can be complex and there's a lot at stake - miss a step and your plans to visit, seek permanent residency or become a United States citizen could be jeopardized. Use this checklist to protect yourself from becoming a victim.

• Do not sign blank applications, petitions or other papers
• Do not sign documents that you don't understand
• Do not sign documents that contain false statements or inaccurate information
• Do not make payments to an accredited representative without getting a receipt
• Do not pay expensive fees to non-attorneys
• Do obtain copies of all documents prepared or submitted by you
• Do verify an attorney's or accredited representative's eligibility to represent you
• Do report any accredited representative's unlawful activity to the United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS), State Bar Associations and/or State Offices of Attorneys General

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- Access hundreds of Personal Legal Forms that cover a range of personal legal needs,
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- State Immigration Offices and Procedures
- Find an Immigration Law lawyer in your area
- Visit the Immigration - US Issues Forum for more help

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