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Find out whether you can apply for U.S. citizenship, which path fits you, and what can affect your application.

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Start hereWho can apply for U.S. citizenship?The general requirements for naturalization, the main paths to apply, and how early you can file.8 min readLast reviewed November 2, 2026Read the guide
  1. How does the 5-year path to citizenship work?When your 5 years start, what can reset them, and how early you can file under the general path.8 min read
  2. Can I apply after 3 years if I'm married to a U.S. citizen?The rules for the 3-year marriage path, how to find your filing date, and what happens if your marriage changes.7 min read
  3. What's the difference between continuous residence and physical presence?How the two time rules for citizenship differ, how to count your days, and what can happen if you meet one rule but not the other.7 min read
  4. How long can I travel outside the U.S. before applying for citizenship?How trips affect your citizenship timeline and your green card, what to do before a long trip, and what happens after you file.6 min read
  5. What is good moral character, and what can affect it?What USCIS looks at, which conduct can bar you from citizenship for a time or permanently, and when to get legal help first.8 min read
  6. Am I exempt from the English test for citizenship?Who can skip the English test because of age and years as a permanent resident, how the civics test works for them, and how the medical exception works.6 min read