Legal Question in Immigration Law in New York

Can I still be able to apply for a US. Citizenship even If I was out of the country for a period of 9months two times ??

I was out of the US because of my Graduate education so I couldn�t come back without staying at least 8months there ?


Asked on 5/22/16, 9:00 am

2 Answers from Attorneys

Marlene Hemmings Marlene Hemmings, Attorney at Law

Yes, you can apply, however, the N-400 might not be approved, unless you have evidence that you did not intend to abandon your residence by being outside the U.S. for more than 6 mos at a time. Otherwise, you may just want to wait until 5 years after your last trip of 6 mos or more outside the U.S. to file for naturalization & avoid the hassle/risk of denial (or 3 yrs, if you are married to a U.S. citizen). I've had successful cases where the person was outside the U.S. more than 6 mos for education reasons, but every case is different. Good luck.

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Answered on 5/23/16, 11:22 am
Rahul Manchanda, Esq. Manchanda Law Office PLLC

Please call us at (212) 968-8600. Kind regards, RDM

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Answered on 6/09/16, 11:51 pm


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