ESPAÑOL

Part of SEPA Mujer’s mission is to nurture and improve civic engagement by way of leadership skills and legal assistance. Citizenship promotes civic engagement, which is crucial for building a strong and prosperous community. Citizenship also ensures that everyone has the opportunity to access rights and benefits, including the right to vote. But most importantly, it promotes inclusivity and diversity, ensuring that people from all walks of life can become U.S. citizens. Through the Citizenship Clinic, SEPA Mujer will aid low-income permanent residents overcome some of the financial barriers they face when trying to become U.S. citizens by helping them complete and submit their applications for Naturalization.

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You may be eligible for citizenship if you: 

1. Are at least 18 years old;
2. Have been a green card holder and resided continuously in the U.S. for at least five (5) years (three (3) if married to a U.S. Citizen);
3. Have resided in the jurisdiction in which you are applying for citizenship for the last three month;
4. Are a person of good moral character;
5. Have basic knowledge of the fundamentals of U.S. government and history;
6. Can read, write, and speak basic English;
7. ​Support the Constitution of the United States; and
8. Understands and are willing to take an oath of allegiance to the United States.  ​

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Please note that some exceptions may apply to these requirements.

English Language Exemptions

If on the date of submitting the application:

• You are 50 years or older and have lived in the U.S. as a permanent resident for 20 years (50/20); or
• You are 55 years or older and have lived in the U.S. as a permanent resident for 15 years (55/15)

You may request to be interviewed and tested on civics in your native language. If you qualify for the 50/20 or 55/15 language exemption, you will still need to study 100 questions and pass the civics test. To pass the test, you must correctly answer at least 6 out of 10 questions to pass the exam.

If on the date of submitting the application:

• You are 65 years of age or older and have lived in the U.S. as a permanent resident for at least 20 years (65/20)

You can take the civics exam in your own language, and USCIS will allow you to study from a list of only 20 questions. To pass the test, you must correctly answer at least 6 out of 10 questions.
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Medical Disability Exceptions to English and Civics
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​If you are unable to comply with the English and civics naturalization requirements because of a physical or developmental disability or a mental impairment. You may be eligible for an exception to English and Civics. To request this exception, a licensed medical or osteopathic doctor, or licensed clinical psychologist must complete Form N-648, Medical Certification for Disability Exceptions. This form must be submitted with your Naturalization packet.

Please note that there are other exceptions and Accommodations that are not listed on this website. Visit: Exceptions and Accommodations | USCIS for more information.

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• Allows us to work on cases for low-income clients for little to no cost to them. 
• ​Office supplies needed to manage casework. 
• Postage costs to send client petitions to USCIS via Certified Mail.

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