Becoming a US Citizen — The Path to Naturalization

Naturalization is the legal process by which a non-citizen becomes a US citizen.

Basic requirements:

Be at least 18 years old

Be a Permanent Resident (Green Card holder) for 5 years (3 years if married to a US citizen)

Have continuous residence in the US

Have physical presence for at least 30 months of the past 5 years

Be a person of good moral character

Pass the English and civics tests

Steps in the process:

1. File Form N-400 (Application for Naturalization)

2. Biometrics appointment

3. Interview with USCIS officer

4. Civics and English test

5. Take the Oath of Allegiance

Key agency: USCIS — U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services — handles all naturalization applications.

Reference:

Wikipedia: Naturalization

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Naturalization