Immigration answers for service members and their families
Serving in the U.S. armed forces opens special immigration options for you and your family. This guide, from the Arlington, Virginia office of attorney Miguel Palmeiro, explains them in plain language for service members, veterans and families in Northern Virginia, including those stationed at or near Fort Belvoir.
Citizenship through service
INA 328 and 329 can reduce or remove residence requirements, and there is no N-400 filing fee.
Military parole in place
A case-by-case option for certain family members who entered without inspection. USCIS still lists it as of Sept. 22, 2026.
This is a private law office website. It is not affiliated with or endorsed by the Department of Defense, the U.S. Army, Fort Belvoir, any branch of the armed forces, USCIS or any other government agency. Free help is also available from your installation legal assistance office and the USCIS Military Help Line, 877-CIS-4MIL (877-247-4645).
Sources
- USCIS, “Naturalization Through Military Service”, last updated 10/11/2024 (accessed Oct. 26, 2026).
- USCIS, “Discretionary Options for Military Members, Enlistees and Their Families”, last updated 09/22/2026 (accessed Oct. 26, 2026).