QUESTION
When will my spouse (green card holder) be eligible for US citizenship through naturalization?
Asked on Dec 01st, 2014 on Immigration - Kansas
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I am a born US citizen, Spouse is a green card holder for over 6 years. We have lived together since 2010. Traveled to Hong Kong in 2011. Worked in HK for two and half years during which time spouse traveled back and forth to the US to maintain green card. Married in HK in 2012. Returned to US in 2013. Our three year anniversary is coming up in 2015 but we have been present in the US for less than half of that time. I have never given up my citizenship and look forward to starting a family with my spouse in the US. When should we apply for a US citizenship through Naturalization test?
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U.S. Immigration and Nationality Law Attorney serving San Diego, CA
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Kazmi & Sakata
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Hi. He may qualify based on 3 years of residency. But, I would need to review the exact time he was out the last 3 years. This will work once you are married for a full 3 years. If he processes by 5 years, here is the general rule: 1/2 time in last 5 years in the US and No one trip over 6 months. Can you provide more details on each trip?
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Answered on Dec 02nd, 2014 at 12:28 PM