Become a U.S. Citizen — Prepared, Confident, and Ready.

Who This Page Is For

This page is for lawful permanent residents who want to apply for citizenship, applicants with long absences from the United States, people with prior criminal records or tax issues, and individuals who may already be U.S. citizens through a parent and need a Certificate of Citizenship (N-600).

The Problem

The N-400 asks detailed questions about years of immigration history, taxes, prior marriages, criminal history, selective service registration, and statements previously made to the government. A missed disclosure, a careless answer, or an incorrect calculation of physical presence can lead to delay, denial, or — in serious cases — referral to immigration court.

Some applicants apply too early, misunderstand the continuous residence requirement, fail to disclose old arrests, or overlook issues from the original green card process that could resurface during naturalization review.

What Is at Stake

Citizenship brings the right to vote, stronger protection from deportation, the ability to petition for more family members, U.S. passport access, and eligibility for certain federal jobs and benefits.

But a naturalization denial can have serious consequences if USCIS discovers an issue with eligibility or the underlying green card during the review process. That is why a pre-filing review matters.

How Ehsan Law Helps

Ehsan Law helps permanent residents evaluate whether it is safe and timely to apply, review their full history for issues that could surface, and prepare for the naturalization interview.

We also handle cases where USCIS denies or delays a citizenship application — including N-336 hearing requests and N-600 Certificate of Citizenship applications for individuals who may already be citizens.

Our Process

1. Step 1: Pre-Filing Risk Review — We analyze eligibility, green card history, travel absences, criminal records, taxes, support obligations, and the correct timing for filing.
2. Step 2: Application Preparation — We prepare the N-400 with accurate disclosures and all required supporting documents.
3. Step 3: Interview Preparation — We prepare clients for the civics test, English component, and any case-specific questions the USCIS officer may ask.
4. Step 4: USCIS Representation — We attend the interview where appropriate and help address any officer concerns that arise.
5. Step 5: Post-Decision Action — If the application is denied, we evaluate a request for a hearing (N-336), refiling, or an N-600 Certificate of Citizenship if applicable.

Services and Case Types We Handle

• N-400 naturalization applications
• Naturalization interview preparation and representation
• N-336 hearing requests after a denial
• N-600 Certificate of Citizenship applications
• Derivative and acquired citizenship analysis
• Continuous residence and physical presence calculations
• Good moral character issue review
• Responses to RFEs and continued examinations

Evidence and Preparation We Focus On

• Green card, passports, travel records, and I-94 arrival/departure history
• Tax transcripts, selective service records, child support documentation, and marital history
• Certified court dispositions for any arrests, charges, citations, or convictions
• Proof of residence, employment, education, and community ties
• Parent citizenship, custody, residence, and birth records for N-600 cases
• Medical documentation where a disability exception to the English or civics test may apply

Common Complications We Help Clients Address

• Long trips outside the United States that may affect continuous residence
• Criminal charges, arrests, or old convictions
• Tax problems, unpaid support obligations, or selective service issues
• Prior asylum, refugee, or green card inconsistencies
• English or civics test preparation needs
• Applicants who may already be citizens and should file N-600 instead of N-400

If you are ready to apply for citizenship, take that step carefully. Schedule a consultation to confirm eligibility, identify any risks in your history, and prepare for the interview.