The immigration attorneys at Shihab & Associates Co.,LPA have helped clients become U.S. citizens for more than a decade. U.S. Citizenship can be obtained through various means, including acquisition of citizenship (being born outside of the U.S. while having a U.S. citizen parent), naturalization, operation of law (specifically the Child Citizenship Act of 2000), or by past service in the United States Armed Forces.

Generally, a person qualifies for U.S. citizenship if he or she has been a permanent resident of the United States for 5 years or has been married to a U.S. citizen for at least 3 years. Additionally, an applicant must be able to:

• Provide evidence of good moral character
• Display knowledge of U.S. history and government
• Demonstrate the ability to read and write basic English
• Establish knowledge of and attachment to the U.S. Constitution

Naturalization hot topics:

• Citizenship by acquisition, what is it and who is eligible?
• Common pitfalls: failure to sign up for selective service
• What is good moral character?
  

The immigration lawyers of Shihab & Associates Co., LPA can guide you through the naturalization process and help you work through potential stumbling blocks, such as criminal or tax issues, residency questions, or other circumstances that may affect your application. For questions about your eligibility for US citizenship,  contact the Immigration lawyers at Shihab & Associates Co., LPA directly.

See also:

• What is Good Moral Character?
• Citizenship by Acquisition, What is it and Who is Eligible?
• Common Pitfalls: Failure to Sign Up for Selective Service
• Do I Have to Sign Up for Selective Service?

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