Federal Immigration Resources:

• Usa.gov - Official information and services from the U.S. Government. A comprehensive source of online information, services, and resources available in several languages.
• Welcometousa.gov - Immigration Resources - WelcometoUSA.gov is the primary gateway for new immigrants to find basic information on how to settle in the United States.
• Change Address Online - Clients who have an application and/or petition which has been filed with USCIS but has not yet been decided (also known as a 'pending' case) should notify USCIS of any change of address as soon as possible after moving until they become US citizens.
• USCIS Civil Surgeon Locator - Most applicants for adjustment of status are required to have a medical examination. The medical examination must be conducted by a civil surgeon who has been designated by the Bureau of Citizenship and Immigration Services.
• Obtaining a Social Security Number - In general, only noncitizens who have permission to work from the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) can apply for a Social Security number.

State (Texas) Immigration Resources:

• Texas Online - The State of Texas web site is intended to serve as the official compilation of Texas government electronic resources, both at the state and local levels, and as an index of Texas governmental or taxing authority web sites and services.
• Harris County Criminal Records PDF file to be printed, filled out and faxed.
• Harris County Civil Records - The civil bureau is made up of the Civil, Family, Juvenile, IV-D, and Tax courts.
• Marriage License Information - The Harris County Clerk's office stands ready to assist you in any way we can to make sure that our involvement during this exciting time is as stress free as possible.
• What is a Board Certified Attorney? The Texas Board of Legal Specialization was created by, and operates under the authority of, the Supreme Court of Texas.

Processing Time Information:

• Immigration Processing Time Reports - USCIS is responsible for the administration of immigration and naturalization adjudication functions and establishing immigration services policies and priorities, including the time it takes to adjudicate a case.
• Visa Bulletin Immigration Resources - The Visa Bulletin offers valuable information about immigrant visa availability.
• Labor Certification - Provides general case status information.
• Infopass - InfoPass is a free, easy and convenient Internet-based system that allows the public to make an appointment to speak with an Immigration Information Officer.

This web page provides a list of links to US government agencies so you can obtain useful information. This website is provided by Houston immigration lawyer Maria Cordon. Maria M. Cordon, P.C. is not associated or affiliated with any US federal or state government agency. Ms. Cordon provides personal attention to all her clients and the firm is committed to investing in technology so that our clients worldwide can comfortably and conveniently obtain expert legal advice and manage their cases online without leaving their own home or office. Our office is paperless and clients can access their files and obtain case status information 24/7. We will also be happy to assist you in person during business hours.