Many people ask the firm to help them become American citizens. Many are eligible – but, many are not. Many factors go into determining eligibility for naturalization – eligibility cannot be determined in a five minute conversation.
These questions will help many determine whether they are eligible for naturalization. The questions are:
Are you a U.S. Armed Forces service member? If yes, consult a naturalization lawyer to make a final determination.
If not, are you a U.S. Permanent Resident (“green card holder”)? If not, then you are not eligible for naturalization.
If you are a U.S. Permanent Resident, the next question is: how long have you been a green card holder? If you are married to a U.S. citizen and have been a permanent resident for three years – consult a naturalization attorney for a final determination. If you are not married to a U.S. citizen, you need to be a permanent resident for five years before seeking naturalization. If you meet this requirement, make sure to have a citizenship and naturalization lawyer review your case before applying.