
I have not taken a trip out of the United
STOP
You are not eligible to apply
NOTE: Only certain people can use this exemption.
States that lasted for one year or more without an
for naturalization.
See pages 26 and 27 in A Guide to Naturalization for
approved “Application to Preserve Residence
more information.
for Naturalization Purposes” (Form N-470).
NOTE: Only certain persons can use Form N-470.
See Pages 18-21 in A Guide to Naturalization for
If you answered “True” to the question, go to Question 9 on page 2.
more information.
If you answered “True,” go to Question 6 on page 1.
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