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20 Aug 2025

I became a conditional permanent resident through the EB5 program. Does time spent as a conditional resident count toward the 5-year requirement to apply for U.S. citizenship?

Answer Yes, time spent as a conditional permanent resident counts toward fulfillment of the requirements to apply for U.S. citizenship. (20.Aug.2025)Sheela Murthy and other senior attorneys provide guidance that clarifies the law. For information on our FREE online services, click here. Access more FAQs here.  Copyright ©...

12:23 / Citizen / EB5 Investor / FAQs / Investor / Resident
06 Aug 2025

My father recently became a U.S. citizen and would like to sponsor me for a green card. Is that allowed, even though I already have a pending EB2 case?

Answer Yes, this normally would be allowed. Filing a family-based case generally would have no impact on a pending employment-based case. Both cases could continue, but each would have a separate priority date. (i.e., The priority date from an employment-based case cannot be used for a...

13:34 / Citizen / Employment Based / FAQs / For Individuals / Resident
29 Jul 2025

Does the United States allow for dual citizenship?

Answer U.S. law does not prohibit a person from being a dual citizen. But, depending upon the circumstances, there are certain complications that can arise; and one must take into consideration the laws of the other country regarding dual citizenship. (29.Jul.2025)Sheela Murthy and other senior attorneys...

20:18 / Citizen / FAQs / For Individuals
09 Jul 2025

I am working in H1B status in California. My wife, who is on H-4, is due to give birth in a few weeks. Will my child be considered a U.S. citizen?

Answer Yes, as things stand now, a child born in California would still be considered a U.S. citizen.California is one of 22 U.S. states that filed a lawsuit against the Trump administration regarding his executive order that purports to end birthright citizenship. This led to issuance...

07:21 / Citizen / FAQs / For Individuals / H1B / Worker
15 Apr 2025

About six months ago, my 15-year-old son automatically became a U.S. citizen when I naturalized. We then filed an N-600 application, but we are still waiting for his certificate of citizenship to be issued. Is he required to register based on the new alien registration process?

Answer No, a U.S. citizen is normally not subject to the alien registration requirement. (15.Apr.2025)Sheela Murthy and other senior attorneys provide guidance that clarifies the law. For information on our FREE online services, click here. Access more FAQs here.  Copyright © 2025, MURTHY LAW FIRM. All Rights...

18:29 / Citizen / FAQs / For Families / For Individuals
19 Mar 2025

I am a green card holder, and my employer transferred me to its foreign office for 18 months. I have an approved reentry permit and filed an N-470 application to preserve my residency for naturalization purposes. Do I still need to maintain ties to the U.S. to avoid abandoning my green card?

Answer Yes. While a reentry permit allows you to return to the U.S. after a year or more abroad, and an N-470 preserves your residence for naturalization purposes, the USCIS can still determine that you have abandoned your green card if your overall circumstances do not...

07:18 / Citizen / Employment Based / Family Based / FAQs / For Individuals / Resident / Travel
12 Mar 2025

I was born a U.S. citizen but currently am living in India while I finish my studies in university. Am I allowed to sponsor my parents for green cards now, or do I have to move back to the U.S. before beginning the process?

Answer Generally speaking, a U.S. citizen residing abroad who is at least 21 years old may sponsor their parents for a green card. However, they typically would need to establish residence in the United States for the immigrant visa to actually be issued (or demonstrate the...

14:29 / Citizen / Family Based / FAQs / For Families / Immigrant Family / Resident
26 Feb 2025

I am about to apply for U.S. citizenship, but I was recently laid off. Since I do not have steady employment income at the moment, can I show my savings to prove I am not a public charge?

Answer There is no public charge requirement when applying for U.S. citizenship. In general, your employment status and amount you have in savings do not really matter when applying to naturalize, except for purposes of requesting a fee waiver. (25.Feb.2025)Sheela Murthy and other senior attorneys provide...

07:55 / Citizen / Employment Based / FAQs / Resident