I am British/Irish and although I could join the British Army easilly, I was wondering if the US millitary would accept me instead?
2007-03-03 19:59:06 · 14 answers · asked by jademonkey 5 in Politics & Government ➔ Military
NO, you just need to be a legal resident and meet the normal qualifications. I served with many Marines who were not citizens but chose to serve their 'adopted' country.
2007-03-03 20:08:44 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 4⤊ 0⤋
No, you do not have to be a US Citizen to join the US Armed Forces. However, if you want to join, you must ensure you have a Green Card first before you join, otherwise, you can't. You have to be authorized to legally work in the US, basically.
Also, if you're not a US Citizen, you will be ineligible for any job that requires a security clearance, such as communications, intelligence, even Yeoman.
However, once you're accepted, and serve at least one tour in a combat zone, you're eligible for full citizenship at a faster pace, within two years.
On a side note, the US Navy used to recruit Filipinos directly out of the Philippines. They were stuck in jobs such as cook or supply though, since they were ineligible for security clearances.
2007-03-03 20:09:51 · answer #2 · answered by Rocky 2 · 5⤊ 0⤋
Go with Rocky's answer. Hit nail on the head. It is an easier process for a British citizen than some other nationalities. Served with a couple of Aussies when I was in the Navy.
2007-03-04 02:32:38 · answer #3 · answered by Cotton 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I'm Not sure of the process but you may join the US army without being a citizen. Service in the armed forces can lead to US citizenship. Check with a Recruiter in the area.
2007-03-03 20:05:14 · answer #4 · answered by timex846 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
You do not need to be a citizen. In fact, joining the military is the easiest path to U.S. citizenship.
If memory serves, as long as you are not a felon in your home country and otherwise can meet the qualifications, the Army will accept you for a period of 5-7 years. After this period of honorable service, you will be granted citizenship.
Contact your local U.S. Embasy or consulate for information.
2007-03-03 20:36:43 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
You don't have to be a citizen, but you do have to have a Green Card as a resident alien. However, before you pursue that course, please know, you may be risking your British/Irish citizenship. Many nations have laws which stipulate that joing the military of another nation (even an allied nation such as the US) is tantamount to a rejection of birth citizenship. In other words, you could have your citizenship taken away.
2007-03-03 20:25:40 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
Only Legal, Permanent Residents with a Green Card may enlist into any Branch of the US military.
2007-03-04 04:28:40 · answer #7 · answered by Mrsjvb 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I don't think it's a requirement to be a US citizen. I remember seeing a US soldier on television obtain his citizenship AFTER he joined the US Army.
Hope this helps you.
2007-03-03 20:15:39 · answer #8 · answered by C J 6 · 3⤊ 0⤋
You can join the US military if you are a citizen or a legal resident. If you have your green card you can join.
2007-03-03 21:17:41 · answer #9 · answered by John B 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
No you do no longer could desire to be a U.S. citizen, yet you do could desire to have a paintings authorization card at a minimum. you would be very constrained on what jobs you could take no longer having U.S. citizenship. in case you qulifiy on the ASVAB you could take any occupation field that does no longer require protection screening for secret or precise secret clearance. you could take a occupation field in engineering as Electricians mate, or in furnish as Culinary expert interior the army.
2016-10-02 08:44:55 · answer #10 · answered by ? 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋