The Basics of Naturalization
By Ximena
Naturalization is-
is the legal process through which a foreign citizen that can become a USA citizen
Who is eligible?
a lawful permanent resident of the U.S
Laws
you must be 18 years old to get in to the program
Laws
resident and physically presents in the United States for at least five years at the time of application.Of good moral character.
Exceptions
Exceptions
- time outside the country that your attorney can explain in detail
- a lawyer of experienced with immigration attorney
- coach through you the test and interview preparation
Completing Your Application
- complete form n-400 application for naturalization
- Get two photographs of your self that meet immigration service requirements
- collect the necessary documents
- send application documents and fee the app is 320 and the fee is 70 biometric fee for fingerprinting as of august to appropriate service center
Getting finger printed
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Receive an appointment letter from the USCIS.
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Go to the finger print location.
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Get your finger prints taken.
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Mail additional documents if requested.
Being Interviewed and Tested
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Receive an appointment for your interview.
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Go to your local office at the specified time.
Bring identification.
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Answer questions about your application and your background.
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Take the English and civics tests.
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Receive a decision
Taking the Oath of Allegiance
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Receive a ceremony date.
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Check in at the ceremony.
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Retur n your Per manent Resident Card.
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Answer questions about what you have been doing since your interview.
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Take the oath of allegiance.