How can I speed up my citizenship process?

How can I speed up my citizenship process?

To request expedited processing of your naturalization application, you can either go through the USCIS Contact Center ( or write a letter to your local USCIS field office. Be ready to prove the reason you need expedited processing with documentation backing up your statements.

When can I get my citizenship after green card?

five years

What is the final step in naturalization?

Taking the Oath of Allegiance If you’re successful during your interview and test, you can take the final step: the oath of allegiance. For this step of the naturalization process, you will: Receive a ceremony date. Check in at the ceremony.

Is Naturalization same as citizenship?

A US citizenship certificate is granted to a person who acquires or derives citizenship from his US citizen parents. But a certificate of naturalization is granted to a person who becomes a citizen of America through naturalization.

What is rule of naturalization?

[The Congress shall have Power . . . ] To establish an uniform Rule of Naturalization, and uniform Laws on the subject of Bankruptcies throughout the United States; . . . Naturalization has been defined by the Supreme Court as the act of adopting a foreigner, and clothing him with the privileges of a native citizen.

Can I be deported if I am a naturalized citizen?

Although rare, it is possible for a naturalized U.S. citizen to have their citizenship stripped through a process called “denaturalization.” Former citizens who are denaturalized are subject to removal (deportation) from the United States.

Who is eligible for naturalization?

In general, you may qualify for naturalization if you are at least 18 years old and have been a permanent resident for at least 5 years (or 3 years if you are married to a U.S. citizen) and meet all other eligibility requirements.

When I can apply for naturalization?

You may file Form N-400, Application for Naturalization, 90 calendar days before you complete your permanent residence requirement if your eligibility for naturalization is based upon being a: Permanent resident for at least 5 years; or. Permanent resident for at least 3 years if you are married to a US citizen.

What is application for naturalization?

Form N-400 (officially called the “Application for Naturalization”) is a government form used by green card holders who are ready to apply for U.S. citizenship after meeting certain eligibility requirements.