Immigration

Bridgeport Adult Education - ESL & Citizenship Classes

Bridgeport Public Schools

Free English as a Second Language (ESL) classes from introductory to advanced levels. Also offers citizenship preparation courses covering US History, Government, and Civics for the USCIS exam. GED and adult basic education also available.

Day classes at 418 Kossuth St; Evening classes at Central High School

Before you go: Bring immigration notices, identity documents, court papers, and any prior applications if you have them.

Burroughs Community Center

Multi-service community center supporting over 75 local community groups and nonprofits, bringing 32,000+ people together annually. Programs include VITA free tax preparation, Our Woven Community refugee women's program, job readiness, financial stability, ESL, youth advocacy, and health/recreation activities.

Mon-Fri 9am-6pm

Before you go: Bring photo ID, work history, resume if you have one, and any benefit or referral paperwork.

Catholic Charities - Immigration Services

Catholic Charities of Fairfield County

Immigration legal services specializing in citizenship applications and family-based petitions for individuals seeking legal status and family reunification. Multi-lingual staff (English, Spanish, French). Initial consultation fee $75 per case.

Mon-Fri; call for hours

Before you go: Bring immigration notices, identity documents, court papers, and any prior applications if you have them.

Connecticut Institute for Refugees and Immigrants (CIRI) - Bridgeport

CIRI

Comprehensive immigration services since 1918. BIA-recognized provider of asylum applications, U-visas, SIJS, family petitions, naturalization/citizenship, deportation defense, employment authorization, and citizenship preparation classes. Also provides refugee resettlement, workforce readiness, job placement, and financial literacy.

Mon-Fri 9am-5pm

Before you go: Bring immigration notices, identity documents, court papers, and any prior applications if you have them.

Connecticut Legal Services - Bridgeport Office

Connecticut Legal Services (CLS)

Free legal services for low-income residents covering housing, family/domestic violence, health law, public benefits, employment, elder law, education, juvenile law, and immigration (VAWA, DACA, SIJ, asylum).

Mon-Fri 9am-5pm

Before you go: Bring court papers, notices, letters, leases, IDs, and deadlines related to the legal issue.

CT Refugee Assistance Program

CT Dept. of Social Services / CIRI

State-funded refugee resettlement services including case management, employment assistance, and supportive services for newly arrived refugees. Administered through CIRI in Bridgeport.

Mon-Fri 9am-5pm

Before you go: Bring immigration notices, identity documents, court papers, and any prior applications if you have them.

Mercy Learning Center - Women's Literacy & ESL

Mercy Learning Center

Free literacy and life skills education for low-income women. Full-time and part-time ESL, Adult Basic Education, and GED programs. On-site childcare (ages 3mo-4yr) available. Holistic, supportive learning environment.

Sep-Jun; Mon-Fri; call for class schedule

Before you go: Bring immigration notices, identity documents, court papers, and any prior applications if you have them.

nOURish Bridgeport

nOURish Bridgeport Inc.

Community organization providing food pantry, soup kitchen hot meals, baby supplies (diapers, wipes, formula), hydroponic farm fresh produce, and English language classes.

Pantry: Wed 2-6pm; Soup Kitchen: Thu 6-7pm; Office: Tue-Fri 9am-5pm

Before you go: Bring photo ID and proof of address if you have them.

nOURish Bridgeport - English Language & Citizenship Classes

nOURish Bridgeport Inc.

English language classes at beginner, intermediate, and advanced levels plus citizenship preparation, personal finance, computer literacy, and reading classes. Community-based program helping newest neighbors adapt to American life.

Office: Tue-Fri 9am-5pm; class schedules vary

Before you go: Bring immigration notices, identity documents, court papers, and any prior applications if you have them.