Citizenship and naturalization
From Green Card to Citizenship: Your rights, responsibilities, and next steps
You’ve worked hard to build a life in North Carolina, and our community is stronger because of people like you.
As a green card holder, you have rights that protect you — but citizenship gives you even more security. This guide will help you maintain your status, avoid risking your lawful permanent resident status, and take the next step toward securing your future in the U.S.
Nearly nine million Lawful Permanent Residents (LPRs) are eligible for citizenship. However, only ten percent naturalize each year. NCAAT is working to increase the number of LPRs applying for citizenship by hosting workshops to provide application assistance.
Our staff and volunteers will help verify applicants’ eligibility for citizenship, complete and file their citizenship applications (form N-400) and prepare their fee waiver requests if they cannot afford the filing fee. These workshops are offered at no cost for attendees whose registration is confirmed in advance.
To be eligible for our citizenship clinics, you must be:
- At least 18 years old
- A lawful permanent resident (green card holder)
- Continuously reside in the U.S. for at least 5 years since becoming a permanent resident
- Physically present in the U.S. for at least 2½ out of past 5 years
- Of good moral character
- Able to understand, speak, read and write English
- Able to understand U.S. government and history concepts
For more information, email contact@ncaatogether.org