Immigration Services Resources
Monroe County Legal Resources
Monroe County Legal Aid / North Penn Legal Services
Nonprofit legal assistance for low-income residents of Monroe County, including help with housing, public benefits, healthcare access, family law, and consumer issues. Provides referrals to immigration legal services when needed.
Phone: (800) 274-3258
Website: North Penn Legal Services
Regional Legal Assistance Organizations
Catholic Charities of Metuchen – Immigration Services
This nonprofit immigration program provides low-cost legal assistance to individuals and families in the Phillipsburg, NJ region, serving parts of eastern Pennsylvania as well.
Location: 700 Sayre Avenue, Phillipsburg, NJ 08865
Phone: (908) 777-3730
Website: ccdom.org
Services May Include: Adjustment of Status (Green Card), DACA, family-based petitions, Naturalization/Citizenship, Temporary Protected Status (TPS), U & T Visas, VAWA petitions, and representation before Immigration Court and the Board of Immigration Appeals.
Catholic Charities of Allentown
Provides immigration legal assistance to residents of eastern Pennsylvania, including help preparing and filing applications with U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS).
Location: 900 South Woodward Street, Allentown, PA 18103
Phone: (610) 435-1541
Website: catholiccharitiesad.org
Services May Include: Adjustment of Status, DACA, Employment Authorization applications, family petitions, Naturalization/Citizenship applications, and Temporary Protected Status (TPS).
Catholic Social Services of Scranton – Immigration & Refugee Services
Offers immigration legal services and refugee support in northeastern Pennsylvania. Assistance is typically provided by accredited representatives or attorneys.
Location: 600 Wyoming Ave, Scranton, PA 18509
Phone: (570) 207-2283 ext.2121
Website: dioceseofscranton.org
Services May Include: Adjustment of Status, Consular Processing, DACA, employment-based petitions, Naturalization, TPS, U Visas, VAWA petitions, and limited representation before the Board of Immigration Appeals.
Pennsylvania Immigration Resource Center (PIRC)
PIRC is a nonprofit legal services organization that provides free legal representation and advocacy to detained immigrants in Pennsylvania. The organization works with individuals held in immigration detention and may provide legal consultations, court representation, and referrals.
Service Area: Pennsylvania (including individuals detained within the state)
Website: www.pirclaw.org
Health & Social Services
Pennsylvania Health Law Project (PHLP)
A nonprofit legal services organization that provides free assistance to Pennsylvanians who are having difficulty accessing public health coverage or services. PHLP helps individuals understand and apply for Medicaid (Medical Assistance), CHIP, Medicare, and other health programs.
Services may include eligibility guidance, help resolving coverage denials, appeals assistance, and information about healthcare rights. Assistance is available statewide.
Phone: (800) 274-3258
Website: www.phlp.org
National Immigration Resources
National Immigration Legal Services Directory
A searchable national database of nonprofit organizations that provide free or low-cost immigration legal services across the United States.
Search Legal Providers Nationwide
Immigrant Legal Resource Center – “Red Cards”
Printable “Know Your Rights” cards available in multiple languages. These cards help individuals understand their legal rights during interactions with immigration officials or law enforcement.
Download Know Your Rights Cards
U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS)
The U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) is the federal agency that oversees lawful immigration to the United States. USCIS processes applications and petitions for visas, green cards (permanent residency), naturalization/citizenship, asylum, employment authorization, and other immigration benefits.
On the USCIS website, you can:
- Find and download official immigration forms and instructions
- Check processing times and application status
- Learn eligibility requirements for different immigration benefits
- Access official guides and resources about U.S. immigration law
Website: www.uscis.gov
Know Your Rights & Government Information
ACLU – Immigrants’ Rights
Educational materials explaining immigrants’ rights related to law enforcement interactions, workplace protections, and constitutional rights.
USA.gov – Immigration Information
Official U.S. government portal providing information on visas, green cards, citizenship, work authorization, and other federal immigration services in multiple languages.
Employment & Workforce Resources
PA CareerLink® – Monroe County
Offers free employment services including job search assistance, resume workshops, career counseling, and workforce training programs. Some services may assist individuals with work authorization questions.
National Immigration Forum
Provides information about immigrant workforce participation, employment rights, and entrepreneurship resources. Includes educational materials for employers and employees.
Important Tips
- Confirm what services an organization provides before scheduling an appointment.
- Ask about consultation fees or eligibility requirements in advance.
- Keep copies of all applications, receipts, and supporting documents.
- Be cautious of immigration scams or “notario” fraud. Only seek help from licensed attorneys or accredited representatives.