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Become a Citizen: Find Assistance in Your Community

AILA Doc. No. 17080261 | Dated August 2, 2018

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On behalf of the American Immigration Lawyers Association (AILA), congratulations on making the decision to become a United States citizen. Your journey to naturalize will include a series of steps. It is advisable to seek the help of an immigration attorney in moving forward with your Naturalization process. An attorney can help you:

  1. Determine your eligibility to become a U.S. citizen.
  2. Gather all information and documents required to prove your eligibility.
  3. Complete Form N-400, Application for Naturalization, with the help of an attorney or a reputable organization.
  4. Submit Form N-400, Application for Naturalization, with the help of an attorney or a reputable organization.
  5. Go to the biometrics (fingerprinting) appointment.
  6. Complete the interview.
  7. Receive a decision from USCIS on your Form N-400, Application for Naturalization.
  8. Take the Oath of Allegiance to the United States.
  9. Understand your rights and responsibilities as a U.S. citizen.

On September 15, 2018, AILA, in partnership with NALEO Educational Fund, will host Naturalization workshops across the country that offer free or low-cost assistance to legal permanent residents eligible to apply for U.S. citizenship. A participant attending an AILA Citizenship Day workshop will get the help of an attorney.

Have questions now? The NALEO Educational Fund provides a toll-free hotline for questions regarding citizenship - (888) VE-Y-VOTA (888.839.8682), open 8am to 5pm Pacific, Monday through Friday. It also operates Ya es hora ¡CIUDADANIA! website, an online resource that provides information on the naturalization process.

Cite as AILA Doc. No. 17080261.