United States

Duration

Indefinite

Citizenship through Naturalization United States

About

Naturalization is a process in which a foreign-born individual becomes a citizen of the USA. Through the naturalisation process, the majority of immigrants living in the United States become citizens. The United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) allows a legal permanent resident to become a USA citizen through the naturalisation procedure.

The most significant distinction between naturalisation and citizenship by acquisition is how one becomes a citizen. For people over the age of 18, naturalisation is the process of applying for citizenship. Citizenship is granted to someone who is born in the United States and has lived there since birth.

Eligibility

To be eligible, you must;

  • be at least 18 years of age.
  • have a permanent residence for five years.

Documents

You must fulfil the following criteria for eligibility to become a citizen of the USA.

  • Held a Green Card for a minimum of five years.
  • Before applying, you must have lived in the United States for at least five years.
  • Demonstrate that you have resided in the state for at least three months.
  • Proof of being able to communicate in basic English, you must be able to talk, read, and write it.
  • Evidence that you are a person with good moral integrity, which indicates you haven't done anything bad.

Process

The application for citizenship in the United States is a ten-step procedure. It's crucial to consider your situation and future eligibility before applying to become a US citizen. Before applying, be sure you are qualified and satisfy all the conditions.

Visa Processing Time
To complete the naturalisation process and become an American citizen typically takes 18 to 24 months.

How to Apply
While applying for this visa, you are required to go through the following steps. 

  • Form N-400, Petition for Naturalization, must be completed and submitted.
  • Give your biometric data.
  • Complete the naturalisation interview for citizenship.
  • Complete the language and other tests in English.
  • Receive the USCIS determination.

Duration & Fees

Duration
The neutralization leads you to stay in the country permanently.

Fees
The current fee for applying for citizenship in the United States is 725 USD. It includes 640 USD for processing your application and 85 USD for biometrics services. In either case, whether the US government accepts or rejects your application, the visa money is not refundable.

Extension

You are not required to apply for an extension, but you may apply for dependents separately.

Highlights

Residence
Stay in the US for an indefinite amount of time.

Dependents
Include spouse, children or other family members.

Study
You may continue work or studies in the US.

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