Do you to prove that you won't be public charge when applying for citizenship??

Asked in New York, NY - 10 months

Do you to prove that you won't be public charge when applying for citizenship??

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Karin Wolman

Karin Wolman

New York Immigration Attorney

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Answered 10 months ago. No, you do not have to prove you have not been a public charge when applying for citizenship. N-400 applicants must show that they have paid any US income taxes owed since becoming a permanent resident, and have not engaged in any tax or benefits fraud, but eligibility for a means-tested public benefit may provide evidence in support of a request for a fee waiver.

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Tsirina Goroshit

Tsirina Goroshit

New York Immigration Attorney

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Answered 10 months ago. You have to file taxes, not to commit any fraud.

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J Charles Ferrari

J Charles Ferrari

Los Angeles Immigration Attorney

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Answered 10 months ago. You need to establish that you have not been a public charge.

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Neil Ian Fleischer

Neil Ian Fleischer

Cincinnati Immigration Attorney

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Answered 10 months ago. no, as long as you are talking about citizenship, not permanent residency

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