# SimpleCitizen

Startup profile on Capital Atlas: https://capitalatlas.ai/startups/simplecitizen

- Industry: Software
- Headquarters: Salt Lake City, US
- Website: www.simplecitizen.com
- Total disclosed funding: $6.5M
- Latest round: Seed (Nov 13, 2019)
- Investors on record: 10

## About

SimpleCitizen, Inc. is a digital platform that simplifies the immigration application process for individuals seeking U.S. immigration benefits, providing essential tools and attorney support for a seamless experience.SimpleCitizen, Inc. was founded in 2014 in Salt Lake City, US, to streamline the immigration application process. The company has raised USD 5.8 million in Seed funding in November 2019, with investments from Kickstart Capital and other venture firms. The founders, Aydé Wright, Brady Stoddard, and Sam Stoddard, have previously engaged in entrepreneurial activities. The company has successfully completed 4 funding rounds, with the latest round led by Kickstart Capital and participated by notable investors including AppleTree Capital and Comcast Ventures.SimpleCitizen offers a comprehensive digital platform designed to simplify the immigration application process for individuals seeking U.S. immigration benefits. Their core service allows users to input personal information and upload necessary documentation, which the software then utilizes to assemble relevant USCIS forms. The platform is particularly tailored for users navigating complex immigration processes, such as Green Card applications and visa petitions. After form assembly, applications are reviewed by an independent network of immigration attorneys, who provide step-by-step guidance based on their recommendations. SimpleCitizen’s services are available globally, catering to clients from over 80 countries across six continents, as they facilitate the immigration journeys of families and individuals looking to relocate or reunite in the U.S.SimpleCitizen generates revenue primarily through a tiered service model, offering various packages that range in pricing and features to meet the needs of different customers. This structure includes Essentials, Enhanced, and Professional packages, each providing varying levels of support and attorney consultation. Customers select a package based on their specific requirements for assistance in their immigration process. For example, the Professional package includes multiple attorney consultations, ensuring clients receive personalized guidance. Clients engage with the platform on a subscription basis, paying for the chosen service level, while also incurring USCIS filing fees separately. The firm’s transactional framework emphasizes direct-to-consumer interactions, effectively supporting individuals as they navigate the complexities of immigration documentation and applications.In November 2019, SimpleCitizen, Inc. raised USD 5.8 million in Seed funding led by Kickstart Seed Fund, enabling the company to invest in product development and market expansion. The funding will support the launch of new features aimed at enhancing user experience and streamlining immigration processes. The company is targeting expansion into additional international markets, specifically Europe and Latin America, anticipated to be completed by 2022. SimpleCitizen aims to broaden its global reach, enhancing its service offerings to cater to an even larger audience seeking U.S. immigration benefits.

## Funding rounds

- Seed, Nov 13, 2019, $5.8M — Pelion Venture Partners, Comcast Ventures, Peterson Partners, AppleTree Capital, Kickstart, Kima Ventures, Y Combinator, TSVC, Investo
- Seed, Aug 1, 2016 — Peterson Partners, Apple Tree Partners, Y Combinator, Investo
- Seed, Oct 29, 2015, $0.7M — Pelion Venture Partners, Peterson Partners, Apple Tree Partners, Kickstart

## Investors

- Pelion Venture Partners (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/pelion-venture-partners) — Seed
- Peterson Partners (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/peterson-partners) — Seed
- Apple Tree Partners (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/apple-tree-partners) — Seed
- Kickstart (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/kickstart) — Seed
- Y Combinator (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/y-combinator) — Seed
- Investo (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/investo) — Seed
- Comcast Ventures (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/comcast-ventures) — Seed
- AppleTree Capital (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/appletree-capital) — Seed
- Kima Ventures (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/kima-ventures) — Seed
- TSVC (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/tsvc) — Seed