Taking a drive-thru oath of American citizenship is not what dozens of immigrants had envisioned, but their dreams still became a reality. Without leaving their cars, right hands were raised, and they took the oath of being law-abiding citizens in America. A judge standing six feet away and wearing a plastic face shield performed the ceremony.
The COVID-19 pandemic has forced large ceremonies to be canceled and U.S. immigration authorities to get creative. The officials in Michigan did just that after the courthouse was closed. Instead, American’s newest citizens drove through the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services parking garage in Detroit.
The backlog of over 1,000 immigrants waiting to take their oath caused officials to come up with a similar type of system as the drive-thru coronavirus testing sites. If you and your family are considering relocating to the United States for a better life opportunity, contact USA Visa Consultant. Their team of experts will walk you through the steps of U.S. immigration.
Other large cities, such as Phoenix and San Diego, have also adopted similar processes for American citizenship ceremonies. Aung Min of Burma said he hopes for a better life in the U.S. He once worked odd construction jobs in his small town to help support his poor parents.
Min, along with his wife, now a U.S. citizen, and his daughter, who was born in America, said he loves the freedom America offers everyone. He is excited about being allowed to vote this year. USA Visa Consultant will help you apply for the required visa to live and work in the United States. The opportunities are endless for newcomers.
