NATURALIZATION

1. LPR’s who have continuously resided in the U.S. for at least 5 years.;

2. LPR’s who:
   a. have continuously resided in the U.S. for at least 3 years;
   b. are married to a U.S. citizen (USC) spouse;
   c. the spouse has been a USC for at least 3 years; and
   d. both spouses have been living in marital union for at least 3 years.

3. Other eligible applicants may include Military Veterans and Conditional Permanent Residents (CPR’s) in certain circumstances.

1. Good Moral Character: Applicants must demonstrate good moral character for a 5 year period (or 3 year period for spouses of USC’s) prior to filing for Naturalization.
2. Taxes: Applicants must prove that no taxes are overdue.

3. Voting: Applicants who have unlawfully voted in the U.S. are statutorily barred from Naturalization eligibility, with limited exceptions.

4. English Language: Applicants must prove an elementary level of comprehending, reading, writing of the English language during the Naturalization interview.

5. Knowledge of U.S. History & Government: Applicants must prove a knowledge and understanding of U.S. history and government interview and will be administered a civics test during the Naturalization interview.

1) Explain the specific legal requirements contained in the U.S. immigration laws that must be proven to qualify for Naturalization;

2) Explain the immigration procedures for filing for Naturalization.

3) Review personal circumstances, including any arrests or criminal convictions, to determine eligibility for Naturalization; AND

4) Answer all questions pertaining to the U.S. immigration laws and procedures.