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  • Aug 8, 2008, 11:03 AM
    smc
    Time requirement for Naturalization
    Hi, I have a question on Naturalization. I want to apply for citizenship and I got the Green card in the 2nd week of November in 2003. I have been in continuous residence since then. Can I apply for citizenship 90 days before the 5 years as Permanent Resident requirement? Thanks!
  • Aug 8, 2008, 02:57 PM
    lawanwadee
    If you obtained your green card through employment, or your family member applied for you, you can submit N-400 90 days before you reach the 5 years term.

    If you obtained your green card through marriage and you're still married with the same spouse, you are eligible to submit N-400 90 days before you reach the 3 years term.
  • Aug 12, 2008, 05:57 PM
    smc
    Lawanwadee,
    Thanks for answering my question!
  • Aug 12, 2008, 06:29 PM
    smc
    Hi, I want to know which form do I need to use for my minor daughter, to apply for her Naturalization. Thanks
  • Aug 12, 2008, 08:24 PM
    lawanwadee
    Quote:

    Originally Posted by smc
    Hi, I want to know which form do I need to use for my minor daughter, to apply for her Naturalization. Thanks

    To apply for naturalization, the form is N-400. You can download the form and instructions from USCIS Home Page

    If your daughter is younger than 16 by the date you become naturalized, she does not need to file N-400 as she will automatically obtain citizenship as derivative beneficiary, but she must file the form N-600 to obtain Certificate of Naturalization.
  • Aug 13, 2008, 03:48 AM
    smc
    Lawawadee,
    Thanks for answering my question. Can I file both N-400 for myself, and N-600 for my daughter at the same time, or do I need to wait until I get citizenship to file N-600 for my daughter? Thanks!
  • Aug 13, 2008, 09:18 AM
    lawanwadee
    You can't file both concurrently. You would need a notarized copy of your Certificate of Citizenship as supported document for your daughter's application. So do one at a time...

    Good luck...
  • Aug 13, 2008, 09:39 AM
    smc
    Lawandee,
    Thanks for answering all my questions.

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