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Q: Can I appeal if my CRBA is denied?

I came to the USA in 2014 and i got my citizenship in 2018. I had a baby out of wedlock in a foreign country 2019 and I applied for CRBA but the application was denied. The letter giving to me says that I didn't provide enough evidence that I have lived in the United States for 5 years before the baby was born. I want to know if this decision is true or u should appeal .

1 Lawyer Answer
Adan Vega
Adan Vega
Answered
  • Immigration Law Lawyer
  • Houston, TX

A: The federal statute requires that you present proof that you resided in the U.S. for 5 years (2 years after the age of 14) prior to the birth of your child (out of wedlock) in 2019. If you can not present such evidence then the CRBA will not be approved.

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