Citizenship

The Immigration Center of America at Melville Johnson, P.C. can help walk you through the immigration procedures to become a U.S. citizen. Many people qualify for citizenship if they have been a permanent resident for five years. If you received your permanent residence status through marriage to a U.S. citizen, then the process to obtain citizenship is even faster. Other immigration requirements are the ability to speak English, a demonstrated knowledge of U.S. history and government, and a good moral character. Our attorneys have extensive experience in processing applications and will be able to guide you through each step of the process.

We can:

• Evaluate your situation
• Attempt to correct any conditions which could impair your application
• Help prepare your application
• Coach you for the U.S. history and government test

Advantages of becoming a U.S. citizen include easier entry at international ports of entry, protection of civil rights on U.S. soil and abroad, elimination of the fear of deportation, and opportunities for personal and financial freedom. Citizenship status qualifies holders for additional government benefits and entitlements that are not available to permanent resident aliens.

Impairments to a successful application include conviction on certain criminal charges. Even if the event happened years ago and under doubtful circumstances, it can prevent you from achieving U.S. citizenship. As experienced lawyers, we can attempt to resolve these matters in your favor. We are members of an alliance of international law firms, and if your conviction occurred in another country, we may be able to call upon their services to obtain an expungement or sealing of the records, if the laws of that nation allow it.

Throughout the entire process, the lawyers at the Immigration Center of America will be there to assist you in your U.S. citizenship application.

For a free initial consultation with a case intake manager at Melville Johnson, P.C., call 877-524-9111 toll free, or contact us online.