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Applicants for naturalization must be able to read, write, speak, and understand words in ordinary usage in the English language. Applicants exempt from this requirement are those who on the date of filing:
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You may be eligible for naturalization if you have lived in the United States for at least 5 years as a permanent resident or 3 years if married to and living with a U.S. citizen (if you meet all eligibility requirements to file as a spouse of a U.S. citizen).
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Residence is required for three months immediately preceding the filing of the naturalization application in the state in which the petition is filed. This requirement is met simultaneously with the continuous residency requirement.
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Let’s assume that I have met the “Physical Presence” portion of the requirement for naturalization and I have no question about it. Let’s also assume that I am a; Permanent Resident married to a US Citizen, I work or travel out side of the USA for 5-6 months and re-enter the USA before the six-month "dead line".
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SECTION 1. EXEMPTION OF MEMBERS OF THE ARMED FORCES FROM CERTAIN NATURALIZATION REQUIREMENTS. ... To amend the Immigration and Nationality Act to exempt members of the Armed Forces from naturalization requirements relating to English language, knowledge of government, good moral character, and period of service.
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As part of the process of naturalization, you will demonstrate what the INS calls your good moral character. Good moral character is a requirement of citizenship. However, good moral character is not specifically defined in the Immigration and Nationality Act or in the INS regulations.
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In 1994 Congress removed a major barrier to the successful naturalization of legal permanent residents with disabilities, by exempting such applicants from the requirements of English fluency and knowledge of United States history and civics.
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In order to apply for naturalization one must be at least 18 years of age and a lawful permanent resident of the United States. The applicant must have resided in the United States for five years, unless married to and living with a United States citizen for three years.
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The United Kingdoms Chancellor of the Exchequer, Gordon Brown, has stated that when he takes the reigns as Prime Minister, he will institute a requirement that prospective citizens must undertake community service to prove that they are in tune with the values of British life.
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If you are applying based on 5 years as a Permanent Resident or 3 years as a Permanent Resident married to a U.S. citizen, you may file for naturalization up to 90 days before you meet the "continuous residence" requirement.
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