US citizenship

[Whengzkie 1]

Do you think it’s better to file citizenship 3 years lawful resident in married US citizen or 5 years lawful resident?  Or it doesn’t matter when you file because it should be same application process? Thank you 

[Mike E 11,739]

3 minutes ago, Whengzkie said:

Do you think it’s better to file citizenship 3 years lawful resident in married US citizen or 5 years lawful resident?  Or it doesn’t matter when you file because it should be same application process? Thank you 

https://www.uscis.gov/citizenship-resource-center/learn-about-citizenship/naturalization-eligibility will guide you.  No the process is not the same.  

[TBoneTX 45,328]

Thread is moved from General Immigration Discussion to the US Citizenship main forum.

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There's less paperwork for the 5-year application.

[Whengzkie 1]

Oh means I will have to wait for 5 years residency for less paperwork if I want to even I’m married to US citizen & quick processing?

[SalishSea 17,841]

9 minutes ago, Whengzkie said:

Oh means I will have to wait for 5 years residency for less paperwork if I want to even I’m married to US citizen & quick processing?

“Quick processing” is not a term one usually associated USCIS with.

[Scandi 4,166]

The process is the same, only the 3 year rule requires a bit more documentation. But that type of documentation is easy to upload in your online account, personally I do not see a reason to wait if you're eligible under the 3 year rule and want to become a citizen. 

[Mike E 11,739]

17 minutes ago, Whengzkie said:

Oh means I will have to wait for 5 years residency for less paperwork if I want to even I’m married to US citizen & quick processing?

I suggest you complete your timeline so that you can be given more targeted advice 

[JeanneAdil 6,514]

Apply as soon as u are able

Fees could rise at any time 

[Longingfor 195]

If you meet all the requirements for the 3 year rule especially the time frame in which to apply then apply. If not then wait.  The online application will also guide you and ensure you have answered all the questions correctly.  Additionally, fee hike is in the future.  And USCIS my take up to 2 years to complete your naturalization process. Some persons like myself are look to be processed quickly.  I applied July 2021 and am now done with USCIS forever. 

[mytruelove18 608]

10 hours ago, Whengzkie said:

Do you think it’s better to file citizenship 3 years lawful resident in married US citizen or 5 years lawful resident?  Or it doesn’t matter when you file because it should be same application process? Thank you 

I am going apply april 30; under 3 years rule, uscis fee always go up

[Adujarric 67]

4 hours ago, mytruelove18 said:

I am going apply april 30; under 3 years rule, uscis fee always go up

Remember to wait a couple of days after your window opens. 

[mytruelove18 608]

12 hours ago, Adujarric said:

Remember to wait a couple of days after your window opens. 

My window open is April 25 so I will send the application on April 30

[Mike E 11,739]

16 hours ago, mytruelove18 said:

My window open is April 25 so I will send the application on April 30

Mail it  on the day https://www.uscis.gov/citizenship-resource-center/learn-about-citizenship/naturalization-eligibility says you can apply for  it.  No need to wait.  

Edited April 2, 2022 by Mike E

[mytruelove18 608]

8 hours ago, Mike E said:

Mail it  on the day https://www.uscis.gov/citizenship-resource-center/learn-about-citizenship/naturalization-eligibility says you can apply for  it.  No need to wait.  

I have read about many cases where the people apply same days window open, got interview and later be denied because the apply same day and system put them one day before, so to be safe i will send on april 30

[Mike E 11,739]

18 minutes ago, mytruelove18 said:

I have read about many cases where the people apply same days window open, got interview and later be denied because the apply same day and system put them one day before, so to be safe i will send on april 30

Mailed in N-400? I’d like to see a reference.