I have been an alien resident for over 5 years, I have recently sent my N-400 application to become a US citizen, How long will the whole process take before I can get my citizenship?
I understand it depends on number of factors, lets assume my application was correct, no mistakes, all documents provided.
I was talking to a person last night, he told me, his took less then three months. Based on him, INS hired more people to catch up. Is that ture? I have always heard 6-9 months.
Any help will be appreciated. Any one else out there who recently became a citizen?
Usually it takes years in order to have the US citizenship depending on whether you are naturalized or born of it.
Someone wanting to apply to become a United States citizen would need to fill out a n400 citizenship form. One can get a form from the Department of Homeland Security or download one in PDF form.
N400 Naturalization form
1. You must have been a permanent resident for at least 5 years or 3 years if married to a US citizen. 2. File the N400 application found on USCIS.GOV. 3. The USCIS will schedule you for fingerprints and subsequentlhy an interview. 4. During the interview you will be asked the questions on the Form N400. You will also be given the following exams: United States government and history, writing English and reading English. 5. If you meet all requirments, you will be scheduled for a swearing in ceremony. 6. At the ceremony you take an oath of allegiance to the US and are given a Naturalizaion certificate. You are now a US citizen...
1. You must have been a permanent resident for at least 5 years or 3 years if married to a US citizen. 2. File the N400 application found on USCIS.GOV. 3. The USCIS will schedule you for fingerprints and subsequentlhy an interview. 4. During the interview you will be asked the questions on the Form N400. You will also be given the following exams: United States government and history, writing English and reading English. 5. If you meet all requirments, you will be scheduled for a swearing in ceremony. 6. At the ceremony you take an oath of allegiance to the US and are given a Naturalizaion certificate. You are now a US citizen...
N-400 is the USCIS form that is used to get naturalized as a US citizen. This is used by immigrants who want to become US citizens. This cannot be used by those who acquire citizenship status through tier parents( They need to use N-600 for it).
A foreign national or citizen is granted the US citizenship by the naturalization process once they file the N400 form and fulfill the requirements. The United States Citizenship and Immigration Services is the agency in charge and they process the application in order of its receipt. If you want to become a citizen of another country, apart from the one you were born in and are a citizen of by birth right, you need to go through the naturalization process. Depending on that country the procedure and eligibility criteria differs to apply for naturalization. To become a American citizen the eligibility criteria includes firstly the applicant should be 18 years or above of age and secondly must be a green card holder.Also the applicant should have minimum 5 years of continuous residence in US prior to applying for naturalization. Having good moral character is also very important.
There are two basic ways you can do this. First, you can apply (you have been there for more than the required 5 years - Fill out a form N400 from ICE); secondly, you could be adopted by your stepfather. I'd go with the N400 route as you already qualify for citizenship.
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To become a naturalized citizen of the United States, an individual must first check their immigration status to determine if they qualify to become a citizen. If the person qualifies, preparing a N-400 form is required. The form, photographs and payment for fees will need to be mailed to the correct naturalization office. Make an appointment with a bio metrics, go to the interview if invited and wait for the decision from the United States and Immigration Services. If declined, a letter with the reasoning will be received in the mail. The oath of allegiance is also required and will received by written notice. Once the form is approved, it is important for the person to understand their rights as a United States citizen.
Yes you can become a citizen but it is not automatic because you married a US citizen. You have one thing going for you - your green card. You have to file form N400 - Naturalization papers with the INS to become a citizen. It might take a while because since 9/11, the US has tightened the whole immigration process and that's good. So, go to the INS home page, printoff the N400, read it carefully and thoroughly, and go from there. You might want to get some qualified help (Attorney, catholic charities, pro bono organizations for immigration, etc). Hope this helps Thank you for the help. i will have my girl try it out. her green cards expires in 2 years.
First you have to get married and get legal. The best and most recommended way is for the U.S. citizen to file for a fiance(e) visa for the immigrant first. If you go directly to the USCIS, tell them that your fiance(e) is still in his/her home country and not already in the U.S. illegally. Then when he/she enters with his/her fiance(e) visa, you, the U.S. citizen have 90 days to get married. After getting married the now immigrant husband/wife can file for Permanent Resident Alien Status ("green card"). After about 3 to five years after that he/she can apply for U.S. citizenship if he/she wishes.
Form N-400 is the application for obtaining US Citizenship (naturalization). The Form N-400 is used by Lawful Permanent Residents (green card holders) over the age of 18 who meet the eligibility requirements to apply for Citizenship. A completed Form N400 (Citizenship Application) has to be filed along with photos and supporting documents. A green card holder who is above 18 years of age and meets other eligibility requirements can file N400 form. Becoming a U.S. citizen has many advantages including the right to vote and the ability to sponsor relatives to come to the United States.