First you have to apply for citizenship, then you have to get a green card, next you wait a long time to get an interview with the naturalization and Immigration services and then you have to study for a test of your abilities. Then you take the test about our nations history and then you have to proove that you can speak, read, and write proper Engligh.
A legal immigrant, if done properly.
Being here illegally is a crime and might prevent your becoming legal--at this time 2008. Better to apply from your home country. None of this is a fast process.
In 2011 Mexico decriminalized illegal immigration, thus becoming an administrative infraction punishable with a fine that stays around US$500. Mexico also recognizes dual citizenship, so all you have to do is to define your status, pay the corresponding fine and begin the process to acquire legal residence through the FM2 (immigrant) process. You should however, consult a legal advisor.
no.
No, but it does give you the ability to complete the naturalization process.
It is legal in the United States for an illegal immigrant to marry a US citizen. Once the marriage is legal, the illegal immigrant becomes a legal immigrant and can stay in the US for the course of the marriage.
by natrualization wich is the legal process of becoming a citizen.and by birth.
You have to complete the official legal process for becoming a citizen.
If they're in the country legally, they should apply for US citizenship.
All necessary information can be found on the United States Citizenship and Immigration Services website, http://www.uscis.gov
The process is called "naturalization" - the legal process by which a foreign immigrant gains citizen status, and (almost) all rights and privileges thereof. Naturalized citizens still cannot be President or Vice President.
we can identify immigrant is legal by checking his identity proof, voter card, driving license. He/She must have some proof from where she came.