# Citizenship Guide

## How to apply for your US citizenship with Subhan Law

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**What Subhan Law Does For You**

We advise individuals on applying for US citizenship. If you are a green card holder, we're here to help you apply for US citizenship every step of the way. [<mark style="color:purple;">Contact us to learn more.</mark>](https://subhanlaw.com/book-call-page)

**US Citizenship**

Naturalization is the process through which an immigrant to the United States can become a U.S. citizen. Only certain immigrants are eligible: those who either have been green card holders (permanent residents) for 3 or 5 years or meet various military service requirements.&#x20;

<table><thead><tr><th width="219">US Citizenship Criteria</th><th>Description of Criteria</th></tr></thead><tbody><tr><td>Permanent Resident</td><td>3 years married to US citizen or have your green card for 5 years.</td></tr><tr><td>Genuine Relationship </td><td>Evidence showing relationship is real if applying based on marriage.</td></tr><tr><td>Physical Presence</td><td>Proof of physical presence in US. 548 days or 913 days in the US.</td></tr><tr><td>Continuous Residence</td><td>Proof of continuous presence in US. No trips over 6 months.</td></tr><tr><td>Pass English Test</td><td>Pass English language test. </td></tr><tr><td>Pass Civics Test</td><td>Pass Civics test showing knowledge of US history and government.</td></tr><tr><td>Tax Returns</td><td>Must bring 3 or 5 years of tax filings to your citizenship interview.</td></tr></tbody></table>