Citizenship
How to obtain US Citizenship?
This page describes the most common path to US citizenship, which allows a green card holder (permanent resident) of at least 5 years to apply for naturalization. Other paths include:
- Green card holders married to US citizens
- Green card holders in the military and their family
- Citizenship through parents
Citizhenship Oath Ceremony
Eligibility Requirements
If you are a green card holder of at least 5 years, you must meet the following requirements in order to apply for naturalization:
- Be 18 or older
- Be a green card holder for at least 5 years immediately preceding the date of filing the Form N-400, Application for Naturalization
- Have lived within the state, or USCIS district with jurisdiction over the applicant’s place of residence, for at least 3 months prior to the date of filing the application
- Have continuous residence in theUSas a green card holder for at least 5 years immediately preceding the date of filing the application
- Reside continuously within theUSfrom the date of application for naturalization up to the time of naturalization
- Be able to read, write, and speak English and have knowledge and an understanding ofUShistory and government (civics)
- Be a person of good moral character, attached to the principles of the Constitution of theUnited States, and well disposed to the good order and happiness of theUnited Statesduring all relevant periods under the law
If you qualify to apply for citizenship, call our offices at (818) 507-8029 for more information on how to apply.
English and Civic Test
The test includes verbal questioning aboutUShistory, government, etc. There are 100 possible questions with which applicants must be familiar, but the actual test typically only includes approximately 10 questions. This is followed by a very short writing sample.
What happens after the test?
If the USCIS approves your application for naturalization, you must attend a ceremony and take the Oath of Allegiance to theUnited States. USCIS will notify you by mail of the time and date of your ceremony.
What can I do if the USCIS denies my application?
There is an administrative review process for those who are denied naturalization. If you feel that you have been wrongly denied naturalization, call the Law Offices of Andre Boghosian for assistance.
