QUESTION
Do I have to apply for citizenship if I am a permanet resident to collect welfare?
Asked on Jun 15th, 2011 on Immigration - California
More details to this question:
My unemployment ran out and I still can't find a job. Recently I applied for welfare (general assistance). I am receiving a little bit of cash and food stamps. I have worked all my life, and I am a permanent resident. Being single, and having no money I had no other choice to apply for welfare. Now they tell me I have to apply for citizenship. I want to but I don't have the money for the forms. How can I continue to get welfare?
1 ANSWER
Immigration and Naturalization Attorney serving San Diego, CA
Partner at
Feldman Feldman & Associates, PC
3 Awards
If you are otherwise eligible for citizenship there is a fee waiver you will likely qualify for. See N-400 and the rules for I-912 (fee waiver).
Answered on Jun 20th, 2011 at 11:26 AM