I have lived here 10 years and I was just wondering if it were possible for me to become a citizen of the USA
2006-07-30 10:56:09 · 5 answers · asked by bumpocooper 5 in Politics & Government ➔ Immigration
I should mention that it has been off and on the last 10 years meaning I have gone back to Canada for periods at a time.
2006-07-30 11:08:09 · update #1
First -- you have to a LEGAL resident. Second, you have to have a permanent resident visa -- green card. Third, after you have been a legal permanent resident for 5 years, you can apply for citizenship, if you can pass the test about American history and civic duty which is in English.
The green card requirement NEVER expires. You must ALWAYS get a green card before you can apply for citizenship.
For the specific rules and requirements see the official INS website: http://www.uscis.gov/graphics/services/natz/index.htm
2006-07-30 11:04:37 · answer #1 · answered by rehabob 4 · 2⤊ 0⤋
In answer on your question: you need to have lived in the rustic for 5 years, or 3 in case you're married to a citizen. ought to be of sturdy ethical character. ought to be of sound strategies. ought to speak and understand English. ought to bypass an worry-free attempt approximately u . s . a . government and historic past.
2016-10-08 12:20:03 · answer #2 · answered by ? 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Why would you like to become a citizen? I heard there is not a lot of advantages and differences.
2006-07-30 12:55:43 · answer #3 · answered by Mimi 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
yes u can now legally apply for citizenship. the green card requirement for naturlization expires afer 5 years.
2006-07-30 11:00:08 · answer #4 · answered by swiftassailant77 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I think its 5 years.
2006-07-30 10:59:27 · answer #5 · answered by shirley e 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋