Your Path to U.S. Citizenship – Requirements & What to Expect

Congratulations on reaching this stage!

✅ Eligibility Criteria:

You entered on a K-1 Fiance or IR-1 Spouse Visa. Are you still married and living together with your U.S. citizen petitioner?

Have you been a lawful permanent resident for 3 years or longer? You may qualify under the 3-year rule for spouses of U.S. citizens.

Even if your I-751 (removal of conditions) is still pending, you are generally allowed to apply for naturalization.

📄 Basic Requirements

You must:

✅ Pass a civics (history/government) test
✅ Be at least 18 years old
✅ Have 3 years as a green card holder
✅ Be continuously married to and living with your U.S. citizen spouse
✅ Have continuous residence in the U.S. for 3 years
✅ Have been physically present in the U.S. for at least 18 months
✅ Show good moral character
✅ Be able to read, write, and speak basic English

🧠 The Citizenship Test (Simple Breakdown)

At your interview, you will have:

1. English Test

  • Reading: 1 sentence
  • Writing: 1 sentence
  • Speaking: based on your interview answers

2. Civics Test

You will be asked up to 10 questions from a list of 100.

You need:

  • 6 correct answers to pass

Examples:

  • What is the supreme law of the land?
  • Who is the President?
  • How many Senators are there?

You can study here using the official materials from U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services.

📝 The Process

✅ Take the Oath of Allegiance
✅ File Form N-400 (Application for Naturalization)
✅ Attend a biometrics appointment
✅ Attend the interview (they may also review your pending I-751 at the same time)
✅ Take the English and civics tests
✅ Receive a decision

⏱️ Timeline

Most cases take approximately:

  • 6 to 12 months from filing to oath ceremony

(Some cases may vary depending on location and whether your I-751 is still pending.)

💡 Important Notes

  • Continue living with your U.S. citizen spouse until approval
  • Avoid long trips outside the U.S. (especially 6 months or more)
  • Bring updated documents to your interview (joint evidence, taxes, etc.)

🎯 Final Thought

You are in a strong position to move forward if you meet the above criteria?
Many applicants in your situation successfully complete the process and become U.S. citizens without issues when properly prepared.

If you would like, I can guide you step by step through the application and help you prepare for the interview and test so you feel confident.

FilAm Immigration charges you a one-time fee of $375.

Requirements:
 ▪️ Must be a legal permanent resident on US Soil for 5 years
 ▪️ Or 3 years as a legal permanent resident, married to the sponsor
 ▪️ Be at least 18 years old when you submit form N-400
 ▪️ Demonstrate continuous residence in the United States
 ▪️ Show you have been physically present in the United States
 ▪️ Show that you are a person of good moral character
 ▪️ Be able to read, write, and speak basic English
 ▪️ Know the United States (civics)
 ▪️ Take an Oath of Allegiance to the United States

This Package includes the following assistance:

  • USCIS filing fees are not included
  • Free Consultation
  • Evaluation of your presence in the US
  • Evaluate your daily routines and employment
  • Provide G-1145 Electronic Communication
  • Properly complete the N-400 Cover Letter
  • Properly complete the N-400 Application
  • Provide a detailed step-by-step email of instructions
  • Provide steps for the principles and ideals of the U.S. Constitution
  • Check if you can read, write, and speak basic English
  • Provide you with the correct United States (civics) through 3 channels
  • Prepare you for the “Oath of Allegiance” to the United States
  • Provide you with an actual video of a real interview for naturalization

$375.

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