Immigration Law
Citizenship
Embark on your path to becoming a U.S. citizen with the guidance of Gabriel J. Carrera, also known as “The Attorney That Rides.” Mr. Carrera is dedicated to helping individuals and families navigate the complex process of naturalization with ease and confidence.
Citizenship Services
- Personalized Consultation: Every journey is unique, and Mr. Carrera provides one-on-one consultations to understand your specific needs and goals.
- Application Assistance: From filling out the N-400 form to preparing for the citizenship interview, Mr. Carrera ensures every step is handled with attention to detail.
- Legal Support: Whether it’s addressing issues of eligibility or overcoming legal hurdles, Mr. Carrera stands ready to provide the necessary support.
The Attorney That Rides Commitment Gabriel J. Carrera’s commitment to his clients goes beyond the office walls. His dynamic approach to legal aid, symbolized by his moniker “The Attorney That Rides,” signifies his readiness to stand by you throughout the entire citizenship process.
Community and Connection Mr. Carrera believes in the power of community and strives to connect with his clients on a personal level. His approachable demeanor and genuine care for your success create a supportive environment that fosters trust and confidence.
Begin Your Citizenship Journey If you’re looking for a legal ally to help you achieve your American dream, Gabriel J. Carrera is here to guide you. Contact us to schedule a consultation and take the first step towards your new life as a U.S. citizen.
Citizenship Eligibility
There are different ways to obtain citizenship. Depending on your situation, different requirements may apply to you. Explore the links below.
- I am a Lawful Permanent Resident of 5 Years
- I am Married to a U.S. Citizen
- I am Serving in the U.S. Military
- I am the Child of a U.S. Citizen
Based on Being a Lawful Permanent Resident
- Be at least 18 years old when you submit Form N-400, Application for Naturalization;
- Show you have been a lawfully admitted permanent resident of the United States for at least five years;
- Demonstrate continuous residence in the United States for at least five years immediately before the date you file Form N-400;
- Show you have been physically present in the United States for at least 30 months out of the five years immediately before the date you file Form N-400;
- Show you have lived for at least three months in a state or USCIS district having jurisdiction over your place of residence. (If you are a student and are financially dependent on your parents, you may apply for naturalization where you go to school or where your family lives.);
- Show that you are a person of good moral character and have been a person of good moral character for at least five years immediately before the date you file Form N-400;
- Demonstrate an attachment to the principles and ideals of the U.S. Constitution;
- Be able to read, write and speak basic English;
- Have knowledge and understanding of the fundamentals of the history, and of the principles and form of government, of the United States, (civics); and
Take an Oath of Allegiance to the United States. - Certain applicants, because of their age and time as an LPR, do not have to take the English test for naturalization and may take the civics test in the language of their choice.
Eligible for Naturalization
- Be at least 18 when you submit Form N-400, Application for Naturalization;
- Be a lawfully admitted permanent resident of the United States for at least three years immediately before the date you file Form N-400;
- Have been living in marital union with your U.S. citizen spouse during the three years immediately before the date you file your application and while we adjudicate your application;
- Have lived for at least three months in a state or USCIS district having jurisdiction over your place of residence;
- Have continuous residence in the United States as a lawful permanent resident for at least three years immediately before the date you file your application;
- Reside continuously within the United States from the date you filed your application until the date you naturalize;
- Be physically present in the United States for at least 18 months out of the three years immediately before the date you file your application;
- Be able to read, write and speak English and have knowledge and understanding of the fundamentals of the history, and of the principles and form of government, of the United States (also known as civics); and
- Be a person of good moral character, attached to the principles of the Constitution of the United States, and well-disposed to the good order and happiness of the United States for at least three years immediately before the date you file Form N-400 and until you take the Oath of Allegiance.
Eligibility Through Military Service
If you meet all the requirements of either section 328 or 329 of the INA, you may apply for naturalization by filing Form N-400, Application for Naturalization, under the section that applies to you. You will not have to pay any fees for applying for naturalization under INA 328 or 329. As a current or former member of the U.S. military, certain other naturalization requirements may not apply to you; for example, if you served honorably during a designated period of hostilities, you may not have to reside in or be physically present in the U.S. for any length of time before you apply for naturalization. The requirements for naturalization are explained in greater detail below.
Being the child of a US Citizen
Citizenship Through U.S. Parents
There are two general ways to obtain citizenship through U.S. citizen parents: at birth, and after birth but before the age of 18. Congress has enacted laws that determine how citizenship is conveyed by a U.S. citizen parent (or parents) to children born outside of the United States.
Who May Qualify for Acquisition of Citizenship
The law in effect at the time of birth determines whether someone born outside the United States to a U.S. citizen parent (or parents) is a U.S. citizen at birth. In general, these laws require that at least one parent was a U.S. citizen, and the U.S. citizen parent had lived in the United States for a period of time.
In addition, children born abroad may become U.S. citizens after birth. For information and eligibility requirements for specific time periods, see the USCIS Policy Manual, Volume 12, Part H, Children of U.S. Citizens.
