Dozens of immigrants had their dreams become realities after years of wanting to become an American citizen. It was not how they envisioned the day to unfold, but they still were excited nonetheless. The many immigrants took their oaths in a drive-thru, without ever leaving their vehicles. They raised their right hand, vowed to be law-abiding citizens in America, wore a face mask, and spoke to a federal judge who wore a plastic face shield.
COVID-19
The pandemic and COVID-19 has forced officials to be creative, which is exactly what the U.S. immigration authorities in Detroit, Michigan, did after their place of operating was temporarily shut down to the public. If you and your family are dreaming of moving to the United States, contact USA Visa Consultant. Their team of professionals will walk you through the stages of U.S. immigration.
Citizenship Ceremony
Naturalization ceremonies usually take place in the federal courthouse, along with family, flag- waving, hugs, fanfare, and tears. But to work around these unique times, the newest citizens of the United States took their oaths to become an American citizen in the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services parking garage.
Hopeful
With a backlog of over 1,000 immigrants waiting to become citizens, officials came up with a system similar to coronavirus testing drive-thrus so these immigrants could make their dreams come true. Cars drove through the drive-thru in Detroit as hopeful faces that came to America from every corner of the globe were filled with excitement.
Social Distance
These immigrants arrived in the U.S. from Albania, Nigeria, India, Brazil, China, Bangladesh, Iran, China, Mexico, Ukraine, and Lithuania in hopes of a new life with liberty and happiness. San Diego, CA, and Phoenix, AZ, have also adopted similar drive-thru or parking lot processes for U.S. citizenship ceremonies, because of the need for social distancing.
There are many opportunities for you and your family in the United States. Contact USA Visa Consultant for help applying for the required visa to live and work in America.
