What are four of the five requirements a person must meet in order to become a naturalized citizen?
To become a naturalized citizen, a person must typically meet four of the following five requirements:
1. Be at least 18 years old: The applicant must be at least 18 years old at the time of filing the application for naturalization.
2. Be a lawful permanent resident (green card holder): The applicant must have held a valid green card for a specified period of time. Generally, this is five years for most applicants, but it may be reduced to three years for those married to a U.S. citizen.
3. Continuous residence: The applicant must have continuously resided in the United States for a specified period of time. This is generally five years but may be reduced to three years for those married to a U.S. citizen.
4. Physical presence: The applicant must have been physically present in the United States for a required period of time. Generally, this is at least half of the required continuous residence period.
5. Good moral character: The applicant must demonstrate good moral character during the statutory period leading up to filing the application. Factors such as criminal history, tax compliance, and civil infractions may be considered in determining good moral character.