You want to become a U.S. citizen and live in Florida, but you aren’t sure about how long it’s going to take. The truth of the matter is that it can take a long time to gain citizenship, but it could be worth it depending on your situation.
Average Waiting Time for Becoming a U.S. Citizen
The overall time it takes for naturalization to become a U.S. citizen is between 18.5 months and 24 months, with the processing time for your application alone taking 14.5 months. You’ll first need to become a green card holder and then go through the required steps like filling out your application, going to your biometrics appointment, attending your exam and citizenship interview, receiving your decision for your application, taking your oath of allegiance, and receiving your Certificate of Naturalization.
Why’s It Take So Long to Become a U.S. Citizen?
Whenever you’re dealing with the government, things are going to run more slowly because it’s overwhelmed and there is red tape you have to navigate. Plus, the U.S. handles many applications per year; in 2020 alone, the U.S. welcomed over 625,000 new citizens. Additionally, simply going through the application process is complex, so you’re going to spend some time on that. Once you’ve turned in your application, you can always check the status of your application online on the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services website.
Contact a Florida Immigration Attorney
Do you need help with immigrating to the U.S.? Then contact U.S. Immigration Law Counsel® through our website or by calling 1-800-666-4996. We deal with the government so you don’t have to. We look forward to assisting you.
