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Contact U. S. Citizenship & Immigration Services (USCIS)
www.USCIS.gov
INFOPASS
Use InfoPass online to make an appointment with an immigration officer at the district office in Bloomington.
TIPS:
- Family members only need one appointment per family.
- Be sure to print your confirmation letter and take it with you to the appointment.
- Bring photo identification to your appointment, as well as all supporting documents.
- You can also use InfoPass to cancel an appointment.
2901 Metro Drive, Suite 100
Bloomington, MN 55425
Hours, directions, and other information
In order to visit this office or to speak with an Immigration Information Officer, you must have an appointment scheduled by USCIS, or you must schedule an INFOPASS appointment, on the USCIS website.
1360 University Ave. Suite 103
St. Paul, MN 55104
Hours, directions, and other information
Filing Services
There are no direct filings of applications at an ASC.
The only after filing service that is provided by an ASC is fingerprinting. Fingerprinting services are by appointment only and are related to an application for an immigration benefit. You will be notified about an ASC appointment by mail.
National Customer Service Center - 1 (800) 375-5283
- Assistance for customers calling from within the United States about immigration services and benefits.
- Automated information through a menu of options is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
- During regular business hours, customers who need more information or assistance can be transferred to a customer service representative.
- Service is available in English and Spanish.
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Forms and Photos
- Forms and Fees from the USCIS
TIP: Review or print all online instructions. The most up-to-date information, including fees and mailing instructions, may only be available online and not on the form itself.
- Forms by mail
- Electronic filing may be completed using a personal computer and Internet access. Please note that while e-filing may be done at Hennepin County Library workstations, the process may take over an hour to complete, and time limits may apply. Library staff can assist in getting started but are not qualified to assist with filing or to offer legal advice.
- Users should also be aware that library PCs are configured to be public access machines and not personal computers. For that reason, Hennepin County Library clearly states that it is not responsible for any liability that may occur as a result of the disclosure of financial or other personal information over the system.
- Electronic Filing for Immigration Benefits from the USCIS
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Legal Assistance
- Hennepin County Immigration Advocate
To make an appointment, call 612-348-2193.
Assists in determining what forms to file with USCIS to gain or adjust status and helps prepare the forms.
Walk-ins: Monday – Thursday (first four people)
Appointments: Monday – Thursday (two each afternoon)
- Volunteer Lawyers Network
600 Nicollet Mall, Ste. 390A
Minneapolis, MN 55402
(612) 752-6677
Serves low-income Hennepin County residents.
No charge for services.
Call for an intake or referral; no walk-in services.
Servicios para la gente que habla español en VLN
- Center for Families
3333 North Fourth St.
Minneapolis, MN 55412
612-276-1571
Serves families, especially immigrants from West Africa.
Offers monthly legal clinics on immigration and asylum matters.
- Centro Legal, Inc.
2610 University Ave. W, Ste. 450
St. Paul, MN 55114
(651) 652-1890
Serves Spanish-speakers only, statewide.
Sliding scale fee.
Call for an intake.
- Immigrant Law Center of Minnesota / Oficina Legal
450 N. Syndicate St.
Suite 175
St. Paul, MN 55104
(651) 641-1011
1-800-223-1368 (for intake and clients only)
Serves all nationalities.
Provides services regarding most immigration matters to 33 counties in southern Minnesota.
Provides limited services statewide in citizenship, Violences Against Women's Act and Deportation Defense.
Must qualify based on income and residence.
Sliding scale fees and donations.
Call for an intake or brief advice session information.
- Southern Minnesota Regional Legal Services
Citizenship and Immigration Services
529 Jackson St., Ste. 300
St. Paul, MN 55101
(651) 222-3299
Serves all nationalities.
Services provided state-wide for citizenship and related issues.
All other services limited to Southern MN, Ramsey, Dakota, and Washington Counties.
Must qualify based on income, residence, and immigration status.
No charge for services.
Call for an intake.
- The Advocates for Human Rights
650 3rd Avenue South, Suite 550
Minneapolis, MN 55402-1940
(612) 341-9845 (client referral)
Serves asylum seekers.
Must qualify based on income.
Call for an intake; no walk-in service.
- Minnesota Center for Victims of Torture
Minneapolis Healing Center
717 East River Road
Minneapolis, MN 55455
(612) 436-4800
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Citizenship & Naturalization
- Civics Flash Cards from the USCIS.
- Sample U.S. History and Government Questions with Answers in English (PDF, 170K)
- NEW Redesigned Naturalization Test for 10/08: FAQs, questions, vocabulary, comparison with current test
- LearningExpressLibrary
Practice taking tests online, including U.S. citizenship, TOEFL, adult basic skills, civil service, and many more. A registered library card is required to create an account.
Subscription purchased with funding from suburban Hennepin County property taxes.
- Study for the U.S. Citizenship Test
An online citizenship study guide and practice test, free for Minnesota residents. Registration is necessary. English, Bosnian, and Spanish versions available.
- Ben's Guide to U.S. Government
For children and teens who want to learn about the U.S. government and how it works. The "Grades 9-12" section is helpful for citizenship exam study, with historical documents and information about branches of government, how laws are made, elections, and more.
- Study guides are available to check out from the library.
Search the Hennepin County Library Catalog:
Citizenship
Or Ask a Librarian for help.
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Frequently Asked Questions
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Immigrants in Minnesota
- Twin Cities Immigrant Orientation Resources
The Orientation Guide includes basic immigration and legal information, public benefits, social services, healthcare, and more. Available in English, Somali, and Spanish.
- Latinos in Minnesota
Graphs and tables using 2000 Census data provided by the Chicano Latino Affairs Council.
- HACER, Hispanic Advocacy and Community Empowerment through Research
HACER is an independent, non-profit organization that conducts research to serve Latino advocacy efforts. Several research publications on the Latino communities in Minnesota are available to view or download.
- Hennepin County Census 2000
Fact Sheets on Languages Spoken at Home; Foreign Born Population; Age, Race and Ethnicity; Demographic Profiles of Cities in Hennepin County; and more.
- Immigration in Minnesota: Discovering Common Ground
Information about Latino, Somali, Hmong, and other immigrant and refugee groups. Also includes many links to other local sources of information about immigration in Minnesota. From the Minneapolis Foundation.
- Minnesota State Demographic Publications - Immigration
Publications, media releases, and links from Minnesota's State Demographic Center.
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More Resources
- U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE)
Department of Homeland Security
- WelcometoUSA.gov
The U.S. Government’s official web portal for new immigrants with information about citizenship, education, healthcare, benefits, employment, personal finance, and more.
- Welcome to the United States: A Guide for New Immigrants
A publication from the USCIS for new permanent residents, containing "practical information to help immigrants settle into everyday life in the United States." Available in English, Spanish, Traditional Chinese, and Vietnamese, and several other languages.
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