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How many years do you have to live in America before you are eligible to become a citizen?
5 years
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.
Can you get U.S. citizenship in 3 years?
As a permanent resident who is married to a U.S. citizen, you may be eligible for naturalization after just three years. To qualify, you must have lived in the U.S. continuously for the three years immediately preceding the date you file Form N-400, Application for Naturalization.
Does US give work permit after study?
F1 visa holders can apply for Optional Practical Training (OPT) after completing their studies. Optional Practical Training (OPT) is a one-year work and stay-back permit given to international students on completion of a degree program in the US.
When to apply for citizenship after 5 years of residence?
If you are applying based on 5 years as a permanent resident or 3 years as a permanent resident married to a U.S. citizen, you may file for naturalization up to 90 days before you meet the “continuous residence” requirement.
How long does it take to apply for citizenship under INA 316?
[20] An applicant applying for naturalization under INA 316, which requires 5 years of continuous residence, must then wait at least 4 years and 1 day after returning to the United States (whenever 364 days or less of the absence remains within the statutory period), to have the requisite continuous residence to apply for naturalization. [21]
How long does it take to get citizenship after naturalization denied?
A naturalization applicant who is required to establish continuous residence for at least five years and whose application for naturalization is denied due to an absence of one year or longer, may apply for naturalization four years and one day after returning to the United States to resume permanent residence.
How to apply for citizenship in the United States?
Apply for U.S. citizenship by submitting Form N-400, Application for Naturalization. This form is available to file online. There are exceptions and modifications to the naturalization requirements that are available to those who qualify. USCIS also provides accommodations for individuals with disabilities. Apply for Citizenship Online