QUESTION
Does an under 18 year old green card holder automatically get naturalization?
Asked on May 03rd, 2012 on Immigration - California
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I have an appointment this month for oath ceremony. I have a 17 year old daughter.She has a green card. After my oath ceremony, she is automatically becomes a U.S. citizen or not? If yes, need any naturalization document for passport?
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Law Offices of Brian D. Lerner
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How did she enter the U.S.?
Answered on Jul 02nd, 2013 at 12:00 AM
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Yes. She needs to apply for n-600.
Answered on May 21st, 2012 at 11:25 PM
Yes, as long as your child is under the age of 18 and is a permanent resident, once you are naturalized, the child automatically gains citizenship and can then apply for a certificate of citizenship and US passport.
Answered on May 18th, 2012 at 10:32 AM
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Yes she dose. As soon as you receive your certificate, apply for her passport and for her citizenship certificate.
Answered on May 16th, 2012 at 11:10 AM
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If your lawful permanent resident daughter resides in your legal custody, she may automatically obtain citizenship if she is less than 18 years old on the day your naturalize. She can apply for a passport with your naturalization certificate and her birth certificate and permanent residence card. She should also file a form N-600 to obtain her own certificate of citizenship.
Answered on May 16th, 2012 at 11:09 AM
In general, when a parent naturalizes, his/her children who are under age 18 and who are U.S. Lawful Permanent Residents will automatically become U.S. citizens. The children then can apply for Certificates of Citizenship - there is no "naturalization" process necessary.
Answered on May 16th, 2012 at 10:55 AM
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Yes. She will automatically become a citizen as soon as you are naturalized under the Child Citizenship Act. She can apply for a US Passport as proof.
Answered on May 15th, 2012 at 5:35 PM
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If your child is in your legal and physical custody the answer is that the child would automatically become a US citizen upon the completion of your oath. You can file for a passport directly with the US Passport Office or you can file a Form N-600, Application for Certificate of Citizenship with USCIS. My recommendation is that you do both.
Answered on May 15th, 2012 at 5:33 PM
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Yes. Just present your naturalization certificate and her green card and birth certificate to apply for US passport.
Answered on May 15th, 2012 at 5:33 PM