Criteria for naturalization
• be at least 18 years old
live permanently in the united states for at least 5 years (with a green card),
or for 3 if married to an american citizen
• have lived in the united states for at least 30 months of those 5 years
• be able to read and speak english
• understand the principles of american government
what other standard must people meet if they wish to become naturalized
american citizens?
| a. demonstrate a consistent record of employment
o
b. be of good moral character
o
c. serve in the military for a period of one year
o
d. agree not to use government social welfare services
< previous