Who Can Apply for Citizenship?
- Be at least 18 years old
- Be a permanent resident (green card holder)
- Have held your green card for 5 years (or 3 years if married to U.S. citizen)
- Meet continuous residence and physical presence requirements
- Be able to read, write, and speak basic English
Our eligibility check covers:
- Your eligibility path (3-year vs 5-year)
- Earliest filing date (90-day early filing window)
- Continuous residence requirements
- Physical presence calculation
- Potential red flags (trips abroad, tax issues, criminal history)
- Required documents for your situation
Frequently Asked Questions
You're generally eligible if you've been a green card holder for 5 years (or 3 years if married to a U.S. citizen), meet residence requirements, and have good moral character. Our free check evaluates all requirements.
The 3-year path is for green card holders married to U.S. citizens who have lived together for 3 years. The 5-year path is for all other green card holders.
You can file up to 90 days before you meet the residence requirement. Our calculator shows your exact earliest filing date.
Trips under 6 months generally don't cause issues. Trips over 6 months may break continuous residence. Trips over 1 year almost always do. Our check identifies potential problems.
Most straightforward cases don't require a lawyer. Immiva guides you through the process for $49. If our check identifies complex issues, we'll recommend consulting an attorney.