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Citizenship & Naturalization
Becoming a Citizen of the United States carries with it many benefits
such as the right to vote, entitlement to more public benefits, ability to
bring relatives from other countries quicker, not deportable, can come
leave the US whenever you would like for as long as you would like.

There are two ways a person may acquire citizenship:
  1. By birth within the United States or a US Territory, or to U.S. Citizen
    Parents; or
  2. Through Naturalization.

Additionally, children under age of 18 adopted by a U.S. Citizen and
immigrates to the United States acquires citizenship immediately.

Requirements For Obtaining Citizenship Through Naturalization
According to the Immigration and Nationality Act (INA) and the USCIS, the
general requirements for administrative naturalization include:
  • a period of continuous residence and physical presence in the United
    States before and after filing the Naturalization Application;
  • residence in a particular USCIS District prior to filing;
  • an ability to read, write, and speak English;
  • a knowledge and understanding of U.S. history and government;
  • good moral character;
  • attachment to the principles of the U.S. Constitution; and,
  • favorable disposition toward the United States.

The process of naturalizing is a complex process.  To discuss whether
you qualify to apply for Naturalization or to determine the best strategy to
make you eligible to become a US Citizen contact Cipolla & Pelue P.C. for
a consultation
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Cipolla & Pelud P.C. is a Chicago, US based law firm specializing in immigration law along with protecting and asserting the rights of immigrants in areas beyond immigration law.  Immigration law is federal in nature.
 Cipolla & Pelud P.C. does not claim expertise in the laws of states or countries other than where our attorneys are licensed. Cipolla & Pelud P.C. retains clients only after following specifically stated immigration
consultation procedures. The information contained on this website is intended to provide general education to its users and is not intended to provide solutions to specific problems, facts, or cases.  Users of this website
are not encouraged to resolve individual immigration issues on the basis of information contained herein and are strongly advised to contact an immigration lawyer.  Please contact Cipolla & Pelud P.C. so that we
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