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What happens to my daughter’s status when I become a citizen? Does she become one as well?
Asked on Mar 23rd, 2013 on Immigration - Nevada
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My 13- year-old daughter and I are green card holders. We got our status through my marriage to a United States citizen. We got a divorce and now it's been 5 years since my permanent status. I'm applying for Naturalization, a 5 year green card. What happens to my daughter’s status when I become a citizen? Does she become one as well? What are the steps to take? File N-600 AFTER I get my Naturalization or file at the same time?
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She will automatically become a US citizen once you naturalize. Once you do, you can apply for the certificate of citizenship on her behalf.
Answered on Mar 27th, 2013 at 1:18 AM
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Your child will automatically acquire your US citizenship since she's only 13 and is a lawful permanent resident. You don't have to do anything, unless you want to apply for a certificate as proof of her citizenship. With a copy of your certificate of naturalization, her green card and her birth certificate, you can also apply for a US passport for her.
Answered on Mar 25th, 2013 at 9:37 PM
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Your daughter becomes a citizen automatically. Start by filing only Form N-400 for yourself. After you take your oath and receive your certificate of naturalization, you can file N-600 for your daughter or simply apply for her U.S. passport.
Answered on Mar 25th, 2013 at 8:39 PM