Citizenship and Naturalization
When you become a citizen of the United States you are afforded various privileges and rights. Among other things, you may apply for a U.S. passport and use it to travel freely around the world. You also gain the right to vote, run for political office, and petition family members’ visa applications.
If you have questions about the citizenship and naturalization process, please contact the attorneys at Frontera Law.
You must be at least 18 years of age at the time you file the application and have been a lawful permanent resident of the U.S. for at least the past three to five years.
- Proof of Green Card holder status
- Proof of your current marital status
- Proof of your identity
- Proof of military service (if any)
- Proof of medical disability (if any)
On average, it takes 18 to 24 months to complete the naturalization process and become a U.S. citizen. However, there may be delays extending the application time, so an exact date or official estimate of time cannot be given.
There is no limit to the number of times you can apply.
Yes, you can work in the United States while you’re waiting for a Green Card if you have a work permit. You will need to obtain an Employment Authorization Document (EAD).
