Citizenship | Fort Myers Immigration Lawyer Carl Rothrock | Naples | Fort Myers
Carl Rothrock is a Fort Myers Immigration Attorney who files citizenship applications.
Carl Rothrock is a Fort Myers immigration attorney who has successfully filed thousands of citizenship applications. He has offices in Fort Myers, Naples, Cape Coral, Boca Raton, Miami, and Ft. Lauderdale. The pathway to United States citizenship starts with a visa. After obtaining a green card, the green card holder then files a petition for naturalization so that he or she can become a United States citizen.
Requirements for Citizenship
- The applicant must be a permanent resident.
- The permanent resident must be at least 18.
- The green card holder must have physical and continuous presence in the U.S. for a specified period.
- The applicant must pass a civics exam;
- The green card holder must be proficient in English;
- The permanent resident must possess good moral character.
Benefits of Naturalization
- A permanent resident is not required to become a citizen and may reside in the United States indefinitely as a permanent resident.
- A citizen can vote in national and local elections, but a permanent resident cannot vote in U.S. elections.
- A citizen can exit and enter the U.S. without any regard to time spent outside of the U.S. Permanent residents could risk losing their green cards if they leave the U.S. for extended periods of time.
- A U.S. citizen can sponsor a parent for a green card. A permanent resident cannot.
If you wish to become naturalized, call Rothrock Immigration Lawyer today at (239) 206-2363.