Requirements to get American Citizenship.

People born in foreign countries are eligible for American citizenship through two ways:

- By birth, through application of the parents.
– By naturalization, the length of the process to get the citizenship varies depending their situation.

The agency responsible to coordinate and oversee this process is the United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS).

In general terms, the criteria to apply for an American citizenship is as follows. Nevertheless it is important that you will consider that each application is unique and if you have any questions, you can reach Casa Hispana for a detailed consultation.

You would need to:

- Be over 18 years old
- Have 5 years of permanent residency in the United States of America or have 3 years of permanent residency if married with an American citizen
- Have basic knowledge of the English language (speaking, reading & writing)
- Have a basic knowledge of the history and government of the United States of America
- Have proof of good conduct (no criminal records)

Exception: You may take the citizen exam in your mother language when you are:

- Over 50 years old and have been a legal resident for 20 years
- Over 55 years and have been a legal resident for 15 years
- Over 65 years and have been a legal resident for 20 years