What are the Reasons Green Card Holders should Naturalize?
Photo by Amanda Bartel on Unsplash. Green Card Holder? Should you apply for U.S. Citizenship? Reasons why legal permanent residents should apply for U.S. Citizenship include the ability to vote in elections and petition for family members.
What are the benefits of U.S. Citizenship?
Eligibility to vote in Federal and State elections.
Priority when petitioning for family members to permanently
Ability to obtain citizenship for children born abroad.
Traveling with a U.S. passport allows a citizen to get U.S. government assistance when abroad.
Eligibility for government jobs.
Eligibility to run for public office.
Show patriotism and commitment to your new country.
Who is eligible to become a U.S. Citizen?
Not every immigrant is eligible to become a U.S. Citizen. Generally, Green Card holders (Legal Permanent Residents) that have been legal permanent residents for at least five years may apply for citizenship and meet the following requirements:
Be at least 18 years old.
Show residency for at least 3 months in the state or district where you intend to apply.
Demonstrate continuous residence and physical presence in the U.S. for at least 5 years.
Can read, write, and speak basic English.
Have a basic understanding of U.S. history and government (civics).
Be a person of good moral character.
Demonstrate an attachment to the principles and ideals of the U.S. Constitution.
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