Citizenship in the United States of America can be achieved in two ways: through birth or naturalization. When you are born in the United States, you are automatically a US citizen. You are also a US citizen if both of your parents were born in the United States.

The process of naturalization is a step-by-step procedure taken by individuals who were not born but want to live in the United States of America. A person may apply to become a US citizen if he or she has held a green card for at least five years (or has been married to a U.S. citizen for at least three years.) Furthermore, the applicant must meet the following requirements:

• A period of continuous residence and physical presence in the United States
• Residence in a particular USCIS District prior to filing
• An ability to read, write, and speak English
• A knowledge and understanding of U.S. history and government
• Good moral character
• Attachment to the principles of the U.S. Constitution
• Favorable disposition toward the United States

If you are eligible and would like to apply for your citizenship, now is the time to let Leeders & Associates help guide you from application through your interview procedure so that you may have a peace of mind.

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