Citizenship & Naturalization Process

United States Citizenship Attorney

Discuss Naturalization with a Leading U.S. Citizenship Attorney

When a permanent resident or green card holder would like to become a U.S. citizen, they must go through the naturalization process. Contact U.S. citizenship attorney Marcine Seid for assistance with the naturalization process so you can become a United States citizen as quickly and efficiently as possible.

The benefits of becoming a U.S. citizen include: living and working permanently in the United States, voting in U.S. elections, serving on juries, and holding a U.S. passport. Also, as a U.S. citizen, you can also sponsor your spouse, unmarried children under age 21, and parents as immediate relatives.

U.S. Citizenship Requirements

The requirements for naturalization are as follows:

  • A period of continuous residence in the United States
  • The ability to read, write, and speak English
  • A knowledge and understanding of U.S. history and government
  • Good moral character
  • Adherence to the principles of the U.S. Constitution
  • A favorable disposition toward the United States

You should also know there is currently proposed legislation will make the process more stringent by revising the citizenship test. If you are considering becoming a U.S. citizen, contact Marcine Seid today.

In addition to naturalization, a person may be entitled to citizenship:

  • By being born in United States
  • By having citizenship transmitted to them by a parent (acquired citizenship)
  • Through the naturalization of their parent (derivative citizenship)
  • Recent changes by U.S. Citizenship and Immigration (CIS) in the immigration law process now make it easier for people serving in the U.S. military to become citizens

To see if you qualify to become a U.S. citizen, and for help with the process so you can begin enjoying the benefits of U.S. citizenship, please call an experienced U.S. citizenship lawyer at 408-271-9888 or fill out our contact intake form. We can assist you no matter where you are located.

Tailoring Immigration Solutions to Meet Your Needs

Based in San Jose, California, the U.S.A. immigration lawyers at the Law Offices of Marcine A. Seid offer businesses and individuals immigration and visa services throughout the United States, including the all major U.S. ports of entry such as New York City (NYC), NY, Miami, Florida, Dallas, Texas, Seattle WA, Chicago IL, Los Angeles CA, Washington DC, Austin TX, and Research Triangle in Raleigh-Durham NC. Our U.S. immigration attorneys can help you with your immigration matter.


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