Citizenship Application

N-400, Application for Naturalization

Helping Modesto Immigrants Become U.S. Citizens

If you have a green card, your next step in the immigration process may be citizenship through naturalization. The benefits of citizenship are innumerable, allowing you to sponsor family members and fully participate in American society, politics, and government. But the process can be extensive, beginning with Form N-400, Application for Naturalization.

At Bilingual Mediation and Immigration Legal Services, we can help you file this form as quickly, thoroughly, and accurately as possible. The smallest mistakes or inconsistencies can prevent you from obtaining citizenship, and our job is to give you the highest possible chance of success. We can also guide you through all other aspects of the naturalization process, such as helping you gather evidence of your eligibility and preparing you for your interview.

Ready to get started on Form N-400? Get in touch with our Modesto team today. We can begin with a free consultation.

Everything You Need to Know About Form N-400

The naturalization application is 20 pages long (not including instructions), and you can file either online or by mail. The filing fee is currently $640, plus an $85 biometric fee. However, the biometric fee can be waived if you are 75 or older, and both fees can be waived if you are a military applicant.

Your application will need to include:

A copy of your green card
A copy of your marriage certificate, if you are married
Two passport-style photographs, if you are living outside the U.S.
Evidence of your spouse’s employment abroad, if your spouse is a U.S. citizen and you are applying under 319(b)
Complete English translation of any documents in another language, along with a certification from your translator

Past or current military members will need to include additional materials, such as Form N-426, DD Form 214, NGB Form 22, official military orders, and/or discharge orders. USCIS also recommends reading A Guide to Naturalization before applying, which is a comprehensive overview of the process, requirements, and benefits of citizenship.

Requirements are extensive, including time spent in the U.S. as a lawful permanent resident and good moral character. During your naturalization interview, you will need to demonstrate your knowledge of basic U.S. civics and history, as well as proficiency in reading, writing, and understanding the English language.

We offer genuine solutions for people — without high legal fees or confusing paperwork. Call us at (209) 701-0064 or schedule a consultation today!

Let Us Guide You Through the Naturalization Process

Our team at Bilingual Mediation and Immigration Legal Services has handled innumerable citizenship cases, and we are fully prepared to use our experience to help you accomplish your immigration goals. Going through this process alone will increase your chances of making mistakes, missing opportunities, and investing time and resources without the qualified support you need to succeed. We believe you deserve the opportunities and benefits of U.S. citizenship, which is why we have devoted our practice to immigration law.

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