Which military branch is best for permanent resident to join?

[goldman 0]

I have some questions if anyone could help me answer for those who has joined the military with their permanent resident card (green card). Because I heard that the military offers a fast track program to get green card holders their citizenship in less than a year.

My questions are what military branch did you joined? After you joined, what are some of the process that you had to go through to obtain your citizenship? While you were in the military, how was your experience? Does every military branch offer citizenship after you join?

Recently, I got married and I'm still waiting for my 2 years green card. But I'm very interested to join the military as soon as I get my green card. I appreciate any comments here. thanks.

[Ryan H 3,812]

Moved from General Immigration-Related Discussion to Military Immigration-Related Discussion.

[Reyan 56]

Hopefully this answers your question.

http://www.uscis.gov/portal/site/uscis/menuitem.eb1d4c2a3e5b9ac89243c6a7543f6d1a/?vgnextoid=ce613e4d77d73210VgnVCM100000082ca60aRCRD&vgnextchannel=ce613e4d77d73210VgnVCM100000082ca60aRCRD

I joined as a greencard holder, but never got my citizenship during my service. I was young and did not think about US citizenship when I joined at 18. I became a US citizen after completing my service.

It's been awhile, but I was in the US Army as a combat medic during peace time. Most of what I did was working at clinics, hospitals, and doing training exercises for combat situation. It is not a 9-5 job, especially if you live in the barracks. Most weekends were free, but I also worked a lot during weekends. I will have to let those who have served recently tell you how it is now. For instance, one of my best friend from highschool is in Special Forces and he goes overseas constantly now.

[goldman 0]

Do you know what "served during hostilities" means? does it mean that the person has to be in a war zone eg. Iraq or Afghanistan?

[aaron2020 11,651]

Do you know what "served during hostilities" means? does it mean that the person has to be in a war zone eg. Iraq or Afghanistan?

As a member of the US military, you could be sent anywhere in the world. Anyone who joins the US military should be prepared to be deployed to a war zone. If the military tells you to go to Iraq or Afghanistan, then you go. If you refuse to go, then be prepared for a court martial, jail, and the rest of your life in the US being screwed for a dishonorable discharge.

Look at where the US has been since the WWII. Korea, Vietnam, Grenada, Lebanon, Somalia, the former Yugoslavia, Iran, Afghanistan, Yemen, Pakistan, etc.

The US is not going to not have a time without "hostilities." If you join the US military, be prepared to go into a hot zone like Iraq or Afghanistan. If you can't make this commitment, then don't join.

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My son-in-law is leaving the US Army after serving 10 years. He served 4 of those years in Iraq and Afghanistan.

Edited April 26, 2012 by aaron2020

[goldman 0]

Aaron I agree with what you said. But i was wondering what is the difference between "peace time" and "hostile periods". Currently, what are we right now?

Here's the website from USCIS:

http://www.uscis.gov/portal/site/uscis/menuitem.eb1d4c2a3e5b9ac89243c6a7543f6d1a/?vgnextoid=ce613e4d77d73210VgnVCM100000082ca60aRCRD&vgnextchannel=ce613e4d77d73210VgnVCM100000082ca60aRCRD

[Reyan 56]

The current designated period of hostilities starting on September 11, 2001, will terminate when the President issues an Executive Order terminating the period.

We are still in a period of hostilities.

[Mr. S 0]

Hi there,

I'm new to this whole web site and I found your post. I don't have my green card yet but would like to start the process soon. I'm also thinking about joining the US military once I have the green card. My wife is a US citizen, but we're currently living in Germany working for the US armed forces overseas.

Did you already join the military? I would really like to hear some more from you.

you can also send me a private message.

Hope to hear from you soon.

I have some questions if anyone could help me answer for those who has joined the military with their permanent resident card (green card). Because I heard that the military offers a fast track program to get green card holders their citizenship in less than a year.

My questions are what military branch did you joined? After you joined, what are some of the process that you had to go through to obtain your citizenship? While you were in the military, how was your experience? Does every military branch offer citizenship after you join?

Recently, I got married and I'm still waiting for my 2 years green card. But I'm very interested to join the military as soon as I get my green card. I appreciate any comments here. thanks.

[AF-Wife 181]

you can join any branch. it depense, what you would like to do ... Army deploys the longest and works mostly from the ground. If you would like to fly, look into the AF. Marines have a big variety of Jobs to cover and the Navy is on the sea. it all depends all on you. of your preferences. they military does help you with the paperwork for citizenship, but since you are married to an US-Citizen, you can do it on your own after 3 years. no need to join for that reason.

[Drill_Instructor 40]

I can give you a totally unbiased opinion: The United States Marine Corps, I suppose that service in the Coast Guard also qualifies.

[randye80 24]

Because I heard that the military offers a fast track program to get green card holders their citizenship in less than a year...

You do realize that military service is a long-term commitment, don't you -- i.e. several years?

You cannot just get your citizenship and immediately leave the service. This should be a serious career choice, not a scheme to jump the queue.

[Drill_Instructor 40]

Joining The United States Marine Corps or any branch of the armed services is no joke. Boot Camp requires a serious commitment as does the rest of your time in the service. It's called service for a reason. PT isn't fun if you'd rather be somewhere else.

[Brad and Vika 129]

Joining The United States Marine Corps or any branch of the armed services is no joke. Boot Camp requires a serious commitment as does the rest of your time in the service. It's called service for a reason. PT isn't fun if you'd rather be somewhere else.

I agree. Having served four in the Corps myself, I would suggest the OP take another route if the primary objective is citizenship. The USMC in particular is not the easy way to do anything

[BIT 3]

I was a US Army Signals Intel Analyst (98C) but I would have loved to join the Navy or the CH...AIR FORCE (jejeje did AIT in an AF base and those cats had everything there)