QUESTION
Can I still apply for citizenship if I'm unemployed?
Asked on Feb 10th, 2015 on Immigration - New York
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I'm a permanent resident. I was laid off from work over a year ago and subsequently got pregnant and just had a baby. I will be five years in June since I moved to the US. Can I apply for citizenship though I am unemployed? Thanks.
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For someone who has been a Lawful Permanent Resident for five years, being unemployed has no bearing upon eligibility to apply to become a naturalized citizen (and an application for naturalization may be filed as early as 90 days before reaching the five-year mark).
Answered on Feb 12th, 2015 at 4:46 PM
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Your question requires an attorney consultation. It is not a simple question that can be answered on this type of forum. There are many factors that would need to be considered and evaluated. The main question that you will need to answer at the interview is how are you supporting yourself and your baby? I suggest that you contact an experienced immigration attorney for a face-to-face consultation and give him/her all of the facts surrounding your situation. (S)he would then be in a better position to analyze your case and advise you of your options.
Answered on Feb 12th, 2015 at 4:22 AM
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Your employment is one aspect of the application process but being unemployed is not a bar. As long as you meet the eligibility requirements for filing a naturalization application, you can begin when the time is right.
Answered on Feb 11th, 2015 at 5:28 PM
Yes, you can.
Answered on Feb 11th, 2015 at 5:26 PM