Understanding U.S. Naturalization or Citizenship laws

Experienced immigration attorneys explain U.S. immigration and naturalization laws

U.S. citizenship can be granted to a foreign national through a process called naturalization, which requires that the applicant pass a Naturalization Test and meet other requirements. Normally, immigration naturalization can only be completed within the United States, although sometimes exceptions are made for U.S. military members serving abroad. In most cases, a naturalization applicant must already be a permanent resident of the U.S. and hold a green card.

Requirements and qualifications

The Philadephia immigration attorneys at Surin & Griffin understand that U.S. citizenship through immigration naturalization is not easily granted. An applicant must meet a number of requirements and must qualify for naturalization by passing a test. To qualify for naturalization, the applicant must be:

At least 18 years old
A permanent U.S. resident for at least five years
Living within the state for at least three months
Physically present within the U.S. for at least 30 months of the past five years
Reside within the U.S. continuously from the date of application to the date granted naturalization

Able to read, write, and speak English
Knowledgeable of U.S. history and civics
A person of good moral character
Faithful to the principles of the U.S. Constitution and loyal to the United States

You may also qualify for naturalization if:

You have been a permanent U.S. resident for at least three years and you meet all eligibility rules as a spouse of the U.S. citizen.
You have served in the U.S. armed forces and meet all other eligibility rules.
You are the child of a U.S. citizen, you were born outside the U.S., you currently reside in the U.S. and you meet all other eligibility rules.

Naturalization Services

Our Philadelphia immigration firm offers immigration naturalization services to permanent U.S. residents seeking to become naturalized citizens. The attorneys at Surin & Griffin, P.C. can prepare you for the process, guide you through its essential steps, and represent you with legal counsel in all naturalization matters. Our experienced attorneys and staff will work closely with you in your native language, making sure that all documentation is properly prepared and submitted and all deadlines are met.

Benefit from our experience

By working in a timely manner, we can reduce the likelihood of delays and do our best to ensure the process is expeditious and that you move forward through the naturalization process toward the full benefits of U.S. citizenship. Our citizenship attorneys speak your language, understand the challenges you face, and know how to find the best solution to your immigration issue. Call us at 1-888-452-9578 to discuss your case, or contact us online.