Q: If I have been here since I was 12 years old and I am now 36. Came to US as an immigrant. Was petitioned by my father
Who Is a US citizen at the time. Would I be eligible to be a US citizen automatically without going through the interview process? I read something about that?
A:
Hello,
You will still be required to pass the interview and meet the other requirements for naturalization. Talk to an immigration attorney about any other questions you might have.
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A:
You may have "derived" US citizenship through your father. Consult with an attorney experienced in derivative citizenship law.
Carl Shusterman
https://www.shusterman.com/americancitizenshipthroughparents/
A: There are a lot of variables that will determine whether or not you are. You say you were petitioned by your father; however, you don’t say if you ever applied for a green card. You also don’t say when your father became a citizen or if he was a citizen when you can to the US. Your best bet would be to invest in an immigration attorney’s time to see what your case is depending upon your individual circumstances.
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