American Citizenship
Naturalize to complete your immigration journey by becoming a citizen
Important things to keep in mind
You may apply 90 days earlier than when you fulfill the residence requirement.
In cases when you receive a conditional green card, such as when you’ve been married to a U.S. citizen for less than two years at the time of obtaining legal permanent residence, you may still apply for citizenship. However, the application will only move forward once you receive a decision on the removal of conditions.
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Be at least 18 years old
Proof of lawful permanent residence for at least five years
Demonstrate continuous residence
Proof that you have been physically present in the U.S. for at least 30 months in the past five years
Show you have lived at least three months in a state or USCIS district
Show good moral character
Demonstrate attachment to principles and ideals of the constitution
Meet the English and civics requirements
Take the Oath of Allegiance to the United States
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Be at least 18 years old
Be a lawful permanent resident for at least three years immediately before your application
Have been and continue to be in marital union with your U.S. spouse in the three years preceding your application and while your application is adjudicated
Have lived for at least three months in a state or USCIS district
Must have held continuous residency in the U.S. the last three years
Reside continuously in the U.S. from your application date until your naturalization date
Be physically present in the U.S. for at least 18 months out of the last three years
Meet the English and civics requirements
Show good moral character
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Be at least 18 years old
Have served honorably any time in the U.S. armed forces for a period or periods totaling at least one year
Have submitted Form N-426
If separated from service, proof of honorable conditions
Be a lawful permanent resident at the time of naturalization interview
Meet residence and physical presence requirements
Fulfill the English and civics requirements
Demonstrate good moral character for at least five years before filing your N-400 through the day you naturalize
Demonstrate an attachment to the principles of the U.S. Constitution and be well disposed to the good order and happiness of the United States during all relevant periods under the law, unless waived