What Do You Need to Apply for U.S. Citizenship?

Becoming a U.S. citizen is a major step toward securing your future and that of your family. Naturalization grants benefits like the right to vote, access to federal jobs, and protection against deportation.

Basic Requirements for U.S. Citizenship:

✅ Be a Legal Permanent Resident (Green Card Holder): You must have had your Green Card for at least 5 years, or 3 years if married to a U.S. citizen.
✅ Continuous residence in the U.S.: You must have lived in the U.S. for at least 30 months within the last 5 years.
✅ Good moral character: No serious criminal offenses.
✅ Basic English proficiency: You must pass an English and Civics test about U.S. history and government (some exceptions apply).
✅ Loyalty to the U.S.: Willingness to take the Oath of Allegiance at the Naturalization Ceremony.

Documents Needed for Citizenship Application (Form N-400):

📄 Copy of your Green Card.
📄 Valid ID (passport, driver’s license).
📄 Travel history outside the U.S. over the last 5 years.
📄 Employment and residence history.
📄 Tax records and proof of good moral character.
📄 If applying through marriage, proof of relationship to a U.S. citizen.

How Does the Naturalization Process Work?

1️⃣ Complete and submit Form N-400.
2️⃣ Attend biometrics appointment (fingerprints and photo).
3️⃣ Go to your USCIS interview and take the citizenship test.
4️⃣ Wait for approval and attend the Naturalization Ceremony to receive your Certificate of Citizenship.

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