Comments on: How long is the American Citizenship Process?

By: Meyng Cho

Meyng Cho — Thu, 10 Jun 2010 03:30:29 +0000

I’m a permanent resident for over 5 yrs and married with a child. What’s the quickest way to get my citizenship?

By: Millie

Millie — Thu, 11 Mar 2010 18:48:45 +0000

There are pros and cons to either approach. For the three year path, you only need show Good Moral Character for three years. If you obtained your green card via marriage to this same spouse, you need to be prepared (in the worst case scenario) to prove all over again that your marriage is valid. For the five year path, you would need to show Good Moral Character for five years, but would not need to send any initial evidence regarding your marriage. However, if the green card was obtained via your spouse, there is always the possibility that they will require you to prove validity of the marriage. Bottom line, an attorney will need to review your entire background to determine whether the 3yr v. 5yr good moral character requirement makes any difference to your case.

By: Lee

Lee — Thu, 11 Mar 2010 14:40:10 +0000

I am eligible to apply both by virtue of being a lawful permanent resident for 5 years and by being married to a US citizen for 3 years. Which path is typically faster and is less onerous? Thanks in advance!

By: admin

admin — Sun, 17 Jan 2010 19:58:24 +0000

Lawful permanent residents who received their green cards via the EB5 visa program are eligible to apply for US citizenship after 5 years. They do not qualify for an “expedited” citizenship waiting period like those who are married to US Citizens (three years).

By: immigrant investor visa

immigrant investor visa — Tue, 12 Jan 2010 17:52:06 +0000

I am here on a EB5 visa and I am wondering if the process will be at all expedited for my case, considering the contributions I have made. Please, any insight at all you may have is greatly appreciated.