U.S Citizenship

Getting Started

Immigration 101 created by American Immigration Council

Key facts about U.S. immigration policies and proposed changes from the Pew Research Center

Immigrant Visa Process from Travel.State.gov

Apply for Citizenship with U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services

Local Organizations

Canopy Northwest Arkansas creates a community where refugees are welcomed and equipped with all they need to build new lives.

Ozark Literacy Council offers free literacy programs and resources in Northwest Arkansas in order to build a welcoming, inclusive and empowered community.

University of Arkansas Immigration Clinic serves the community by providing pro bono representation to area individuals who are in need of legal assistance in immigration matters.

Arkansas United has a list of resources tailored for immigrants residing in Arkansas in English and Spanish. 

Marshallese Educational Initiative offers programming to empower Marshallese youth, women, and elders, and share our history and culture through humanities-based projects and classes.

Catholic Immigration Services provides low-cost immigration counseling to those eligible for immigration benefits and cannot afford private assistance.

EngageNWA brings diverse people, organizations and communities together, offering opportunities to connect and contribute to a more inclusive Northwest Arkansas.

Arkansas Immigration Defense (AID) is a nonprofit law firm serving survivors of trafficking and child abuse across Arkansas and the region.

Refugee Welcome Collective collaborates with partners to provide in-depth training programs, knowledge sharing and social learning sessions, multimedia resources, and one-to-one technical assistance for sponsors, community sponsorship staff, refugees paired with sponsors, and community and institutional partners to support quality community sponsorship programs across the United States.

Also see our resources on Adult Education and Language and Culture.