US Naturalization Process

Orlando Naturalization Attorney

Our Team Can Help You Become a U.S. Citizen

Naturalization is the process by which U.S. Citizenship is granted to a national or foreign citizen, once they have fulfilled the requirement established in the Immigration and Nationality Act. If you want to obtain permanent residence in the United States, then you will most likely need to undergo this process.

At Lim Law, P.A., we guide our clients through every step of naturalization so they can become full U.S. citizens. If you hire one of our Orlando naturalization lawyers, they will make sure you are prepared for all the deadlines, forms, and meetings required to complete this process.

Contact us online or call (407) 512-9919 to speak with an Orlando naturalization attorney. Initial in-person consultations are free and over-the-phone meetings are paid. We offer services in English, Spanish, French, Mandarin, and Cantonese.

What Are the Advantages of Citizenship?

There are many benefits to becoming a U.S. citizen. Some of the top reasons are:

Protection from deportation for you and your children
Citizenship for your children
Reuniting your family already in the U.S.
Ability to vote in elections for public officials
Freedom to express yourself
Freedom to worship as you wish
Right to a prompt, fair trial by jury

If you want to go through the naturalization process, we urge you to speak with an experienced citizenship & naturalization attorney in Orlando at Lim Law, P.C. Read on to learn about being eligible to file for naturalization.

Requirements for Naturalization

Naturalization is not as simple as filling out a single form. First, you need to make sure you meet the requirements.

You are eligible to file for Naturalization if:

You are at least 18 years old or older
You are a permanent resident (green card holder) for at least five years (three years if you are a spouse of a U.S. citizen)
You are a resident of the U.S for at least five years
You have been present in the states for at least 30 months
You are a person of good moral character
You are willing to take the Oath of Allegiance
You are able to speak, write, read, and understand the English language
You possess knowledge and understanding of history and government of the U.S.

There may be some exceptions to the these requirements through options such as an immigration waiver. For example, if you are over the age of 50 and have lived as a permanent resident in the U.S. for 15 years or more, the requirements for the English and civics tests may be waived. Additionally, some exceptions to these requirements are applied to veterans of the United States Armed Forces. Reach out to a skilled immigration professional in Orlando for advice on the best way to approach your citizenship application.

Our naturalization lawyers serve Maitland and Orlando and provide services in English, Cantonese, French, Mandarin, and Spanish. Call (407) 512-9919 today!

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Common Challenges During the Naturalization Process

Naturalization is not an easy process. It takes time, planning, and ensuring that your paperwork is complete and correct. However, not all challenges involve documentation.

Common problems when attempting to obtain citizenship:

Finding out you are already a U.S. citizen.
Filing too early. Make sure you have been a permanent resident for 5 years (or 3 years of you are married to and living with a U.S. citizen). If your application is too early, it will be denied.
Deportability. If you have been arrested, you may be eligible for naturalization and also eligible for deportation. Be sure to reach out to a naturalization attorney to confirm what your options are.
Issues with good moral character. You must be able to demonstrate this for 3 - 5 years (depending on your situation).
Abandonment of residency. If you have an application for citizenship and you are still traveling outside the U.S. be aware of how long you stay out of the country. If you have been absent for 6 months, this may be considered abandonment and you will be unable to apply.

How Long Does it Take to Become a U.S. Citizen?

Processing times may be different depending on your situation, however, on average, it takes about 12 to 18 months to become a U.S. citizen through the naturalization process. How well you have prepared your N-400 and where you live may affect the length of time it takes to process it.

Things that may affect your processing time:

Backlog of cases at your USCIS office
How you prepared your N-400, Application for Naturalization. Filling it out completely and providing the correct supporting documents can help you avoid mistakes that will cause delays.

Other steps to consider:

Biometric Appointment: scheduled 2 to 3 months after Form N-400 is filed
Citizenship Interview and Test: about 7 to 11 months after filing
Oath Ceremony: taken after passing the interview and test -- about 8 to 12 months after filing

Call a Naturalization Lawyer in Orlando (407) 512-9919

If you are seeking citizenship in the United States, contact Lim Law, P.C. online or via phone today! We have helped thousands of clients throughout Florida with their complex immigration matters and we are backed by many years of experience. If you or a loved one wish to apply for citizenship via naturalization, we are ready to guide you every step of the way. Do not hesitate to reach out to our immigration law firm. Your initial consultation is free of charge and we are more than happy to answer any of your questions!

Call (407) 512-9919 or contact Lim Law online to schedule a consultation with an Orlando naturalization attorney.
We have offices in Maitland and Kissimmee and have services in English, Spanish, Cantonese, French, and Mandarin.

Attorneys

Henry Lim, Esq.
Founding Attorney

Born in Nicaragua, Orlando immigration lawyer Henry Lim knows the immigrant experience firsthand. He knows how stressful the process can be. Because of this, Henry knows the value of an aggressive immigration attorney. He uses his skill and insight to work for you.

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Rafael Ortiz-Segura
Of Counsel

With 23 years of experience on the bench, former Immigration Judge Rafael Ortiz-Segura brings a unique perspective and a wealth of knowledge to Lim Law, P.A. His time in Orlando immigration court makes him one of the most experienced professionals in immigration in all of Central Florida. Most immigration lawyers in Orlando have argued cases before him.

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Henye S. Perez
Partner

Henye S. Perez is the Senior Associate Attorney at Lim Law, P.A. Focusing on Immigration and Nationality Law, Attorney Perez has handled a multitude of cases involving complex immigration matters, ranging from visa petitions to defending immigrants in removal proceedings. He has successfully advocated for clients before U. S. Citizenship & Immigration Services, U.S. Immigration Customs & Enforcement, the Executive Office of Immigration Review and the 11th Circuit Court of Appeals. Graduating ...

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Michelle Villagran
Attorney

Michelle Villagran joined the Lim Law team in 2017. As the daughter of immigrants from Mexico, she has a personal understanding of the struggles individuals endure while navigating the American immigration system. Michelle graduated from the University of Central Florida in 2010, where she received a Bachelor’s degree in Business Management. She later graduated from Barry University Dwayne O. Andreas School of Law. During her law school career, Michelle participated in the Barry Law Immigration ...

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Rachel Krewson
Attorney

Rachel has been with Lim Law, P.A. since September 2019. Her passion for the law began when she was a child and her parents joke that they knew she would be a lawyer when they discovered her making her sisters sign contracts to commit to promises they made. She began her legal career more than 20 years ago as a receptionist in a small law firm before becoming a paralegal and ultimately going to law school. Rachel graduated from Barry University School of Law in May 2014 and has been practicing ...

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Daniel Teyssier
Paralegal

Daniel E. Teyssier has been with Lim Law, P.A. since March 2018, born in Mexico City. He has a history of 14 years formation and work experience in government agencies such as the Consulate of Mexico in Orlando and the Mission of Mexico to the United Nations in Geneva and Switzerland. He speaks English, Spanish and French, and has an extensive knowledge and experience working with the community. He has a great passion for sports and cars. The most important thing to him is family.

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Jiamin Liang
International Marketing

Jiamin is from Canton China, hometown of dim sum and many other delicious foods. As Director of Overseas Marketing for Lim Law, Jiamin coordinates all activities through our China branch in Guangzhou. This magnificent city is home to the Canton Tower and shares very similar weather to Orlando. Jiamin travels all year within China and oftentimes seeks business opportunities for the firm in other countries. At one point, she travelled to eleven cities in China all within six days! Jiamin enjoys ...

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Vanessa Vargas
Paralegal

Vanessa Vargas was born in Lima, Peru. She joined the Lim Law Team one year ago and believes it has been very rewarding opportunity. Immigration law is close to her heart because she underwent the process herself and is eager to help others in need. She is eagerly pursuing her bachelor’s degree with honors in Political Science at the University of Central Florida and will graduate one year earlier than anticipated. She hopes to become a successful Immigration Attorney one day. In her free time, ...

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Sheana Malavet
Paralegal

Sheana Malavet was born on a military base in Ceiba, Puerto Rico. She joined the Lim Law family as a Paralegal in February 2019, and she has an educational background in the legal field with degrees in Paralegal and Legal Studies. She has always wanted to be a member of the legal community. She is ambitious and goal oriented. She is passionate about advocating for human rights and aspires to run for congress sometime within the next few years. She loves logic and reasoning games. Her favorite ...

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Meybelin Barrera
Law Clerk

Meybelin Barrera was born in Queens, New York. She is the daughter of Colombian nationals whose immigration story has shaped her pursuit to serve the community. She received a Bachelor's degree with honors in Business & Information Management in addition to a certification and specialization in Financial Operations from Seminole State College. She joined the Lim Law team after working for the Legal Aid Society of the Orange County Bar Association in their Guardian ad Litem program, where she ...

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Viviana Roman
Legal Assistant

Viviana Roman was born in San Juan, Puerto Rico. She has one daughter, Annabelle, whom she loves to spend her afternoons rollerblading around the neighborhood. She joined the Lim Law, P.A. team over one year ago, and it was something very new for her. She was excited to take on this opportunity and is happy to help others everyday. She loves being part of the Lim Law team, and is excited for the future of our firm!

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