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Q: I am living in Jamaica and currently being filed for a US citizenship. What's will be the delay if I have a child before

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Kevin L Dixler
Kevin L Dixler
Answered
  • Immigration Law Lawyer
  • Milwaukee, WI

A: You must be a lawful permanent resident of the U.S. in that you actually live in the U.S. most of the calendar year before you can seek citizenship by naturalization. You must interview for citizenship by naturalization after 3 to 5 years of continuous physical presence in the U. S.

It seems that you may have been petitioned for lawful permanent resident status. If you have a child, then the father of the child must be a U. S. Citizen. Otherwise, the child may have delays in lawfully entering the United States without being petitioned.

I strongly recommend an appointment or teleconference with a competent and experienced immigration attorney before there are any other complications. Good luck!

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