ReWA provides comprehensive support to refugees and immigrants seeking assistance with the naturalization process.
Our bilingual staff work closely with clients to complete naturalization applications, including the N-400, fee waivers, and medical disability waivers. We also help clients stay on track by providing reminders for important appointments.
A ReWA staff attorney is available to answer questions related to citizenship and naturalization. In addition, we offer citizenship classes and one-on-one tutoring to help applicants prepare for their English and civics tests, along with mock interviews to build confidence for the naturalization interview.
When needed, ReWA can provide legal representation at the naturalization interview, particularly for cases involving complex issues such as criminal history or medical disabilities. We also offer referrals to other trusted immigration attorneys and nonprofit organizations—please see the links below for additional resources.
For immigration advice or assistance, contact our team at immigration@rewa.org or call (206) 721-0243
IMMIGRATION RESOURCES
Understanding your rights is essential for protecting yourself, your family, and your future. Every person in the U.S. has basic essential rights, regardless of immigration status.
Your Rights Include:
The right to remain silent if questioned by ICE, Police or other government officers.
ICE, Police or other government officers cannot enter your home or search your belongings without your consent or a judicial warrant
ICE, Police or other government officers cannot arrest you without probable cause
You can refuse to sign documents
You can refuse to give documents
What to do if ICE comes to your workplace:
Employers have the right to protect their employees and business when dealing with ICE while still complying with the law.
Businesses are not required to allow ICE agents into non-public areas of the workplace without a judicial warrant and can request proper legal documentation before providing any employee records.
Click below to learn more about how employers can prepare for ICE actions.
What to do if ICE comes to your home:
- Ask to see identification
- Do not open the door
- Do not give ICE permission to enter
- Ask to see a judicial warrant
- Assert your right to remain silent
- Do not sign anything
- Remain calm and assertive
What to do if you see ICE in the community:
- Do not consent to a search of your person or property
- Ask if you are free to go
- Do not run
- Do not lie
- Assert your right to remain silent
- Do not sign anything
- Remain calm and assertive
Download the "Know Your Rights Card"
Whether you are seeking asylum or adjusting your immigration status, knowing your rights is critical when dealing with ICE. Set plans in place in case of an ICE encounter and spread the message by downloading the Know Your Rights card.
Create a family preparedness plan
- Keep important things safe and accessible
- Designate an emergency contact person
- Ensure you have emergency childcare
- Cover your families medical and financial needs
Review a list of Attorneys and Non-Profit Immigration Assistance
Do you have questions and need legal assistance? The information linked below, provided by the Northwest Immigrant Rights Project, gives a list of private and pro bono legal services, a statewide list of nonprofit immigration resources, and other nonprofit immigration assistance.