Catholic Charities of St. Petersburg - Immigration Services Tampa Office

Contact Information

Name: Catholic Charities of St. Petersburg - Immigration Services Tampa Office
Address: 2021 E. Busch Blvd, Tampa, FL - 33612
Phone: (813) 631-4370
Fax:

Service Information

Provides affordable immigration services regardless of  race, religion, sex, or creed, regardless of their ability to pay.

Immigration service fees are nominal and are approved by the Board of Immigration Appeals.


They provide assistance with applications, affidavit of support, adjustment of status, naturalization, replacement of immigration documents, extension of non-immigrant visas, change of status, petitions for family reunification, political asylum and other services.

Citizenship Services: We provide citizenship services to low income immigrants in the Hillsborough area. The program also provides Citizenship, Literacy, and English as a Second Language classes. The Board of Immigration Appeals (BIA) recognizes the program and has qualified BIA accredited staff.


Service area:

Pinellas and Hillsborough Counties.


Hours for free consultation:

Every Tuesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday from 9:00am to 12:00pm (walk-ins only)

Hours:
  • Monday 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
  • Tuesday 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
  • Wednesday 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
  • Thursday 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
  • Friday 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
  • Saturday closed
  • Sunday closed

Mission Statement: Catholic Charities serves with charity and compassion to promote the sanctity and dignity of all people with God.

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