What is INA section 319 A?

The amendment to INA ยง 319(a) clearly extends three-year naturalization eligibility to all otherwise eligible survivors of domestic violence who obtained lawful permanent residency as the spouse or child of a U.S. citizen who subjected them to battery or extreme mental cruelty.

When to file Form I 751?

You must file Form I-751 during the 90-day period before the expiration date of your conditional green card. For instance, if your green card’s expiration date is April 1, 2021, then you can file Form I-751 no earlier than January 1, 2021, or 90 days.

Has resided continuously within the United States from the date of application for naturalization up to the time of admission to citizenship?

5 years
Continuous Residence Requirement. An applicant for naturalization under the general provision must have resided continuously in the United States after his or her lawful permanent resident (LPR) admission for at least 5 years prior to filing the naturalization application and up to the time of naturalization.

Does I-751 require an interview?

According to U.S. immigration law, U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) is expected to schedule EVERY I-751 applicant to remove the conditions on residence for an in-person interview. In practice, however, many if not most of these interviews are “waived.”

How much does it cost to file I-751?

The filing fee for Form I-751 is $595. A biometric services fee of $85 is also required for petitioners.

How long can a naturalized U.S. citizen stay out of the country?

Among the many benefits that come with being naturalized is you do not have to face caps on travels made outside of the US. In the case of permanent residents, any absence of more than six months of duration is likely to be scrutinized. In severe cases, your status will be revoked and you would face deportation.