Immigration
Law >Naturalization
Citizenship and Naturalization For Lawful Permanent Residents
Foreign nationals who meet certain
requirements are eligible to apply
for naturalization to become citizens
of the United States. Some of the
general requirements for naturalization
include:
- Lawful Permanent Resident status
(green card holder) for at least
three years (marriage to a U.S.
citizen) or five years (LPR based
on employment)
- Continuous residence during
the required number of years
after acquiring permanent residence
and prior to applying for naturalization
- No single absence from the
United States in excess of one
year (absolute) or in excess
of six months (may be waived
in certain circumstances)
- Actual physical presence within
the United States for at least
half of the required years preceding
application for naturalization
- Person of good moral character
during for the five year period
preceding application
- Basic knowledge of U.S. history
and government
Basic ability to read, write, speak,
and understand the English language
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