Legal Question in Immigration Law in New York

I am 62 and just got my green card by my young daughter who is a citizen petitioning for me. . How long before I can apply for citizenship so I can with my citizen daughter petition for my divorced daughter who is 37 and her son. They have already overstayed their authorized stay more than 180 days


Asked on 7/22/09, 12:06 pm

1 Answer from Attorneys
Luba Smal Smal Immigration Law Office

You have to be a permanent resident for 5 years before you can apply for USA citizenship. In addition, you have to meet all other naturalization requirements (e.g. knowledge of the English language, Constitution, civics, etc).

Yes, a permanent resident can petition for a daughter who is not married.

Please keep in mind that she will have to wait until a priority date is current on your petition. Until then, she is not allowed to remain in the USA.

If you require a consultation or legal help, you are welcome to contatc my law office directly at Attorney [@] law-visa-usa.com

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Answered on 7/27/09, 5:29 pm


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