Citizenship & Naturalization
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At a glance
Citizenship and naturalization: Naturalization applications (Form N-400) and interview preparation, plus certificates of acquired or derived citizenship (Form N-600).
- Attorney
- Anna Tsibel, Ace Immigration
- Languages
- English and Russian
- Where
- All 50 states (federal law); main office in Boca Raton, FL; Westlake Village, CA by appointment
- Forms and law
- Form N-400, Form N-600
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Reviewed by Anna Tsibel, immigration attorney (California Bar #278527) · updated
Becoming a U.S. citizen is a significant milestone. Ace Immigration, with locations in Los Angeles and Miami, is dedicated to guiding you through every step of the naturalization journey.
Our experienced attorney provides expert assistance with filing the necessary paperwork, representing you at interviews, and offering valuable recommendations to help you successfully pass the naturalization test.
While most people pursue citizenship through birth on U.S. soil or through the standard naturalization process, there are other avenues. Ace Immigration meticulously analyzes each individual's circumstances to determine if acquiring or deriving U.S. citizenship may apply to your situation.
Ready to begin? Reach out through our contact form and we'll guide you from there.
Three Steps to Citizenship
Eligibility Review
Application & Documents
Interview & Ceremony
Citizenship Questions
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Law and context
- USCIS
U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services is a federal agency within the Department of Homeland Security. It administers many immigration benefit applications, including naturalization and many green-card and affirmative asylum cases.
- Matter of Chawathe
Matter of Chawathe explains that most administrative immigration benefit proceedings use the preponderance-of-the-evidence standard: more likely than not. The standard is not universal across immigration law.
- USCIS fee final rule — 2024
The USCIS fee final rule was announced January 30, 2024, published January 31, and took effect April 1, 2024. This is a historical rule entry, not a quotation of today’s filing fees.
- Form N-400
Form N-400 is the application for naturalization. Eligible permanent residents use this application to seek U.S.