PR for 5 years and married to a US citizen

[CatieW 0]

Hi all,

I'm new to this forum and looking for some advice on completing the N-400 form.

I have been married to a US citizen for over 10 years and a permanent resident since 2008. Do I need to apply under the 3 year rule (married and living with a US Citizen) or can I apply as a permanent resident under the 5 year rule?

I’d like to if possible apply under the 5 year rule, but not sure if this will delay my application?

Thanks for your help.

[DC85 113]

you are totally fine to apply based on the 5 years. It's less work as well.

[dioxide45 25]

Applying under the five year rule will require less paperwork. You can do it either way, but I see very few reasons to apply under the three year rule when you are eligible under the five year rule. Go ahead and apply under five year rule.

[CatieW 0]

Thanks both for your help!

[Misha and Masha 0]

I have the same situation as well, been married for 5 years, applied this August under 5 year rule, passed interview 2 weeks ago, no problems or questions from the officer whatsoever. And no headache gathering all the paperwork, this works for me!