Q: If both of my parents were naturalized before I turned 18, am I a citizen right now?
Im currently 24, my parents were naturalized when I was 11. Does this mean I am an automatic citizen, or do I have to apply for naturalization too? Also am I able to register to vote right now? I received a voters registration form in the mail.
A: Were you at the time of your parents naturalized a U.S. legal permanent resident living in their physical and legal custody? If so, then you are likely a U.S. Citizen. To know for sure, you should likely schedule a consultation with a competent immigration attorney. Bring to the consultation your parents' naturalization certificates, your U.S. legal permanent resident card (if you had/have one), your birth certificate, your parent's marriage certificate (if they were married), and your parents' divorce record(s) (if applicable). If you are a U.S. Citizen, then you can document that fact by either filing for a certificate of citizenship with U.S. Citizenship & Immigration Services or a U.S. passport with the Department of State, or both.
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