Immigration
Catholic Charities Dallas | Immigration Legal Services
Offers legal representation for immigration cases (e.g., asylum, citizenship, DACA, green cards), consultations ($50–$150 based on case type), and assistance understanding immigration laws. Serves refugees, asylees, and immigrants with respect and dignity. Open to new and existing clients; appointments required via Chat Bot.
Catholic Charities Dallas
1421 W. Mockingbird Lane
Dallas, TX 75247
The Light of Hope Immigration Law Center
The Light of Hope Immigration Law Center, a faith-based nonprofit based in Plano, TX, provides a range of services aimed at supporting low-income immigrant families in securing U.S. legal status. Their offerings include:
- Legal Services and Advocacy: Assistance with immigration-related matters such as Adjustment of Status (Family Based), Affidavit of Support, Consular Process, DACA (Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals), Employment Authorization (EAD), Family Petitions, FBI Records (FOIA requests), Military Parole in Place (P.I.P.), Naturalization, Provisional Waivers, Removal of Conditional Status, Representation in Removal Proceedings, Special Immigrant Juvenile Cases, TPS (Temporary Protected Status), U-Visa, and VAWA (Violence Against Women Act). These services are offered at a nominal fee, with a $40 consultation fee for prospective clients without pending USCIS cases. Fee waivers are available for eligible clients based on disabilities or financial need.
- Free Citizenship Classes: Year-round citizenship preparatory courses (excluding major holidays) offered at various community locations to help immigrants prepare for the U.S. citizenship process.
- Pro-Bono Services: Low-cost or free legal services for qualifying low-income families to help with immigration challenges.
- Community Education and Support: Informative sessions, citizenship workshops, and DACA workshops to educate immigrants about their rights and responsibilities, fostering integration into American civic culture.
- Translations: Assistance with document translations to support immigration processes.
The organization serves residents in multiple Texas counties, including Collin, Dallas, Denton, Ellis, Hood, Hunt, Johnson, Kaufman, Parker, Rockwall, Somervell, Tarrant, and Wise. They are accredited by the U.S. Department of Justice and Office of Legal Access Programs, and they focus on family reunification, serving over 1,000 low-income immigrant and refugee individuals annually. No appointment is needed for consultations; clients can visit during specified hours listed on their website
The Light of Home Immigration Law Center
1339 19th St
Plano, TX 75074
Phone Contacts
Main Office 469-229-0590
Legal 469-229-0590 Opt. 1
Education 469-676-6803
Human Rights Initiative of North Texas
HRI is a non-profit organization that provides 100% free legal and social services to refugees and immigrants who are fleeing human rights violations with focuses on domestic violence, special immigrant juvenile status, asylum and U-Visa.
Social Services also provided to legal clients:
- Community referrals to appropriate area service providers
- Job search assistance
- Workshops and group activities, including programs for youth
- Direct advocacy
- Guidance on obtaining documents and accessing benefits programs
Human Rights Initiative
2801 Swiss Ave
Dallas, TX 75204
Phone #: 214-855-0520
DCET | Adult Transition Integrated Citizenship Preparation
Developing Communities of Excellence Traditions (DCET) offers a custom designed U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services’ preparation course, also called the Naturalization test, to help prepare adult immigrants at the beginning ESL level to successfully complete the naturalization process. This preparation includes developing English language skills and civics and government content knowledge, and learning about the Form N-400 and the naturalization interview.
Class Schedule*
Mondays 12:00am – 2:00 pm / Thursdays 2:00pm – 4:00 pm
- Registration: January 22 – February 06, 2025 – 1pm
- Orientation in-person: February 06, 2025, 6:30pm
- USCIS Citizenship Workshop: February 08, 6:30pm
- Classes Begin: February 15, 2025, 1:00pm
- Days of class: Tuesdays and Thursdays
- Location: 504 North O’Connor, Irving, TX
- Send confirmation WhatsApp text: 214-587-1983
*(Be sure to check website for up to date information)
La Escuelita Irving
504 North O’Connor Rd.
Irving, TX 75061
Phone #: 972-871-8285
Mobile #: 214-587-1983
Email: dcenti1@sbcglobal.net
The U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services
(USCIS) website is the primary online portal for managing lawful immigration processes in the United States. It offers a range of services and resources for immigrants, refugees, asylees, and others. Below is a concise overview of what people can do on the USCIS website to support immigration needs.
U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS)
- Location: Dallas Field Office, 6500 Campus Circle Dr E, Irving, TX 75063
- Phone: 800-375-5283 (National Customer Service Center, Monday–Friday, 8:00 a.m.–6:00 p.m.)
- Services:
- File Applications: Submit forms online (e.g., N-400 for citizenship, I-130 for family petitions, I-765 for work authorization) via myUSCIS account or download for paper filing.
- Check Case Status: Track applications and view processing times for Dallas Field Office.
- Manage Processes: Update address, schedule biometrics/interviews, or request case assistance.
- Alien Registration: Noncitizens aged 14+ must register with USCIS within 30 days of arrival or status change (e.g., I-94 updates, permanent residency). File Form I-551 or report changes online at www.uscis.gov/alienregistration.
- Explore Options: Learn about green cards, citizenship, DACA, asylum, and visas. Access Citizenship Resource Center for test prep.
- Resources: Use Emma (virtual assistant), find local legal aid (e.g., Catholic Charities Dallas), and stay updated on policy changes.
- Eligibility: Open to immigrants, refugees, asylees, and noncitizens. Alien registration required for most noncitizens (exceptions: diplomats, short-term visitors).
- Details: Free online tools; appointments needed for in-person services. Pair with local resources like Catholic Charities Dallas (214-634-7182) or RAICES (214-295-9554) for legal aid. Visit www.uscis.gov or call for support.
Dallas Public Library | Citizenship<
The Dallas Public Library offers free classes that help students study for the U.S. Citizenship test and practice English language skills for the interview. The library works closely with immigration service non-profits and U.S.C.I.S. to provide the most up-to-date information on the citizenship process and what to expect.
