I really want to be in the military. but then, if im enlisting myself to an army, i want to be in the best one. im filipino by the way. 18 years of age. Single. 5'6". 130 lbs. Perfect vision.
2007-07-19 22:56:19 · 11 answers · asked by pride_vs_conscience 1 in Politics & Government ➔ Military
Bob P and Debbie G are right! I had the previledge of being invited to attend a naturalization ceremony while in Kuwait. One of the guys that attached to our unit received his 'papers'. Now he can pay taxes like the rest of us. LOL
There were about 60 or so members representing mostly the Army, but also Navy, Marines, and I think there was a couple representing the Air Force being naturalized. They were from about 3 countries in Africa, Russia, Philippines, Yugoslavia, Hatti, and a good handful of other countries.
The guest speaker was a highly decorated Filipino Army Green Baret that served in Viet Nam. I think he works at either the US Embassy in Kuwait, or the Embassy in Germany.
If you can meet the requirements (mental and physical) you can join the USMC. Many before you have done it.
Good luck!!!
2007-07-19 23:58:52 · answer #1 · answered by Airdale 3 · 1⤊ 1⤋
No you do not have to be an American citizen to join the Armed Forces. Once in they will provide assistance in getting your citizenship. Until that happens some duties maybe off limits to you due to the need of a security clearance. I'm biased due to being an prior service Marine so the best service to join is the USMC because if your joining to learn to not only fight but to be a responsible man or woman then the Corps is they way to go.
2007-07-20 09:07:20 · answer #2 · answered by Rickey R 3 · 0⤊ 1⤋
That's funny about the AFN spots - they are really bad. According to these spots though, you can definitely be in the US military and not be an American citizen. One of the benefits to being in the service is you can apply for citizenship and all the costs are waived.
2007-07-20 06:01:59 · answer #3 · answered by Debbie G 5 · 3⤊ 0⤋
you must be a legal permanent Resident with a Green card in order to enlist. the military will not help you emigrate to the US nor will they help you get your Green Card.
2007-07-20 08:01:10 · answer #4 · answered by Mrsjvb 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You do not need to be an American citizen, but you must have a Green Card.
2007-07-20 07:10:39 · answer #5 · answered by Yak Rider 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
No, I'm in the Navy and a friend of mine is German and came here only b/c she was marrying an American. She is overseas right now serving right beside my husband
2007-07-20 07:35:24 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋
im pretty sure you can still enlist without being a us citizen, you just wont qualify for certain jobs. then after a period of time, you can apply for us citizenship for free if you are still active duty....i watched AFN commercials today
2007-07-20 06:00:08 · answer #7 · answered by bob p 3 · 3⤊ 0⤋
As long as you are legally in this country, or you go to your local US embassy or consulate, you can enlist.
2007-07-20 07:51:42 · answer #8 · answered by joby10095 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
No. Go see a recruiter and see if you qualify for enlistment.
2007-07-20 06:01:58 · answer #9 · answered by Michael M 6 · 0⤊ 2⤋
you need greencard .and and you can go to iraq at minimum lose your leg
2007-07-20 05:58:44 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 6⤋