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The Law Office of Ana Y. Romero, PLLC

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Compassionate Naturalization And Citizenship Attorney

Becoming a U.S. citizen is an important part of fulfilling the American dream. Reaching this goal is easier with the support of a lawyer who is intimately familiar with the required steps. At The Law Office of Ana Y. Romero, PLLC, I assist individuals with the citizenship and naturalization process, including the preparation and filing of applications.

How Can People Become Citizens?

The process for becoming a United States citizen is straightforward. For most permanent residents, if you have held and maintained resident status for five years, you may apply to naturalize. If you gained your resident status through marriage to a U.S. citizen, you can naturalize after three years of resident status so long as you remain married to the U.S. citizen through whom you obtained your citizenship.

Reasons To Consider U.S. Citizenship

Pursuing U.S. citizenship is worthwhile for a variety of reasons, including:

  • Right to vote: Only citizens can vote in federal elections. Most states also restrict the right to vote to U.S. citizens in most elections.
  • Right to serve on a jury: Only U.S. citizens can serve on a federal jury, and most states also restrict jury service to U.S. citizens. Serving on a jury is an important responsibility for U.S. citizens.
  • Travel with a U.S. passport: A U.S. passport enables you to get assistance from the U.S. government when overseas, if necessary.
  • Apply for federal jobs: Certain jobs with government agencies require U.S. citizenship.
  • Become an elected official: Only citizens can run for federal office (U.S. Senate or House of Representatives) and for most state and local offices.
  • Keep your residency: A U.S. citizen’s right to remain in the United States cannot be taken away.
  • Become eligible for federal grants and scholarships: Many financial aid grants, including college scholarships and funds given by the government for specific purposes, are available only to U.S. citizens.
  • Obtain government benefits: Some government benefits are available only to U.S. citizens.

There are other advantages to becoming a U.S. citizen as well. I can explain these to you and can provide insight into any other questions you may have about naturalization.

Begin Your Journey Toward Citizenship Today

If you want to become a U.S. citizen or need help with the naturalization process, let me be your guide. When you meet with me, I can help you understand how you can make this dream come true. Call me at 214-385-4992 or 360-300-2564, or email me to book a phone or video consultation.