Jose was born in Costa Rica. When he was 18, he came to the United States to go to college. After college, he decided he wanted to live permanently in the U.S. Of the following, which are the requirements that Jose needs to meet in order to become a U.S. citizen? Select all that apply.

Question

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Responses

He must wait at least five years.
He must wait at least five years.

He must marry someone who is already a citizen.
He must marry someone who is already a citizen.

He must take a citizenship test.
He must take a citizenship test.

He must promise to serve in the military.
He must promise to serve in the military.

Answer 1

To become a U.S. citizen, Jose needs to meet the following requirements:

1. He must wait at least five years. (This applies if he is applying for citizenship through the general pathway. If he obtained a green card through marriage to a U.S. citizen, the waiting period can be three years instead.)

2. He must take a citizenship test. (This is a requirement for all applicants applying for naturalization.)

The other options provided are not necessary for all applicants:

• He must marry someone who is already a citizen. (This is only a requirement if he is applying for citizenship through marriage.)

• He must promise to serve in the military. (This is not a general requirement for citizenship; however, there are provisions for members of the military and veterans that can simplify the process.)

So, the responses that apply to Jose are:

• He must wait at least five years.
• He must take a citizenship test.