How soon can I file my application?

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How soon can I file my application?

Hello Question, Im gonna be on my 5th year here in
the US on the month of May, just wondering how
soon can I pass my filling form for citizenship? Can I
do it 3 months before which is next month?

Asked on January 22, 2019 under Immigration Law, New York

Answers:

SB Member California Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney

Answered 5 years ago | Contributor

You are eligible to file for US citizenship once you have been a permanent resident (green card holder) for 5 years, not just being in the US for 5 years.  It is the green card status of 5 years that determines naturalization eligibility.  If you have satisfied that, you can file within 3 months of reaching that 5 year mark.


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