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canadianvisions   0

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I have been a permanent resident for 4 years on the IR1-CR1 Visa. If I understand correctly, in 1 more year I can apply to be a citizen.

I'm wondering by doing so, if I'd be required to cut my ties with Canada? Does this vary from country to country?

While it would be nice to be a US citizen (since my husband, daughter and baby on the way are), I don't think I'd be comfortable letting my Canadian citizenship go. I'd rather just remain a permanent resident if that would be the case.

Any basic information would be valued, especially if you happen to be Canadian and have gone through this. Thank you for your time! :)

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JohnR!   5,495

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You are not required to surrender your Canadian citizenship. You can keep both.

Good luck!

I have been a permanent resident for 4 years on the IR1-CR1 Visa. If I understand correctly, in 1 more year I can apply to be a citizen.

I'm wondering by doing so, if I'd be required to cut my ties with Canada? Does this vary from country to country?

While it would be nice to be a US citizen (since my husband, daughter and baby on the way are), I don't think I'd be comfortable letting my Canadian citizenship go. I'd rather just remain a permanent resident if that would be the case.

Any basic information would be valued, especially if you happen to be Canadian and have gone through this. Thank you for your time! :)

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canadianvisions   0

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You are not required to surrender your Canadian citizenship. You can keep both.

Good luck!

Yay! That's fantastic news.

Guess I'll start looking in to more seriously in that case.

Thank you for your response.

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Amhara   460

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You may want to check Canadian rules for dual citizenship too, just to know all the potential issues. For example, sometimes you can't work for a foreign government or else you risk your native citizenship. You don't want to be in a position that you took a job working for a city or municipality, or a US federal employee and it causes an issue with Canada! Just be aware of what can get you in the jeopardy line for your Canadian citizenship and you should be good!



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Henry357   70

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I have been a permanent resident for 4 years on the IR1-CR1 Visa. If I understand correctly, in 1 more year I can apply to be a citizen.

I'm wondering by doing so, if I'd be required to cut my ties with Canada? Does this vary from country to country?

While it would be nice to be a US citizen (since my husband, daughter and baby on the way are), I don't think I'd be comfortable letting my Canadian citizenship go. I'd rather just remain a permanent resident if that would be the case.

Any basic information would be valued, especially if you happen to be Canadian and have gone through this. Thank you for your time! :)

You can apply after only 3 years if your spouse is a USC: (as long as your were married for the 3 years)

http://www.uscis.gov/sites/default/files/USCIS/Resources/Citizenship%20&%20Naturalization%20Based%20Resources/A%20Guide%20to%20Naturalization/PDFs/M-480.pdf

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Hypnos Grand Master

Hypnos   6,579

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And as long as the spouse has been a US citizen for all of those three years.

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Day 0 (4/23/12) Petitions mailed (I-360, I-485, I-765)
2 (4/25/12) Petitions delivered to Chicago Lockbox
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13 (5/5/12) Received biometrics appointment for 5/23
15 (5/7/12) Did an unpleasant walk-in biometrics in Fort Worth, TX
45 (6/7/12) Received email & text notification of an interview on 7/10
67 (6/29/12) EAD production ordered
77 (7/9/12) Received EAD
78 (7/10/12) Interview
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Darnell Grand Master

Darnell   8,479

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Yay Ideas !!!

Sometimes my language usage seems confusing - please feel free to 'read it twice', just in case !
Ya know, you can find the answer to your question with the advanced search tool, when using a PC? Ditch the handphone, come back later on a PC, and try again.

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Shauna&Wael   211

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Darnell Grand Master

Darnell   8,479

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Wuhan, you make me laugh!! :)

Cool ! But, but, I'm cute, too (at least when covered in poutine gravy... yum !!! )

Sometimes my language usage seems confusing - please feel free to 'read it twice', just in case !
Ya know, you can find the answer to your question with the advanced search tool, when using a PC? Ditch the handphone, come back later on a PC, and try again.

-=-=-=-=-=R E A D ! ! !=-=-=-=-=-

Whoa Nelly ! Want NVC Info? see http://www.visajourney.com/wiki/index.php/NVC_Process

Congratulations on your approval ! We All Applaud your accomplishment with Most Wonderful Kissies !

 

David & Diana R Experienced

David & Diana R   1,005

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I have been a permanent resident for 4 years on the IR1-CR1 Visa. If I understand correctly, in 1 more year I can apply to be a citizen.

I'm wondering by doing so, if I'd be required to cut my ties with Canada? Does this vary from country to country?

While it would be nice to be a US citizen (since my husband, daughter and baby on the way are), I don't think I'd be comfortable letting my Canadian citizenship go. I'd rather just remain a permanent resident if that would be the case.

Any basic information would be valued, especially if you happen to be Canadian and have gone through this. Thank you for your time! :)

Your spouse could have applied for US Citizenship 2 years and 9 months after her entry date on her initial green card. But not a day sooner. You have gone way past the now so you're clear!

God Bless

Ryan H Grand Master

Ryan H   3,923

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~~~7 off topic posts removed. Either answer the OP's question without extraneous commentary on other items or do not post. Thread bans as well as other Administrative Action if appropriate will follow for continued off topic and/or diverging from the topic posting.~~~

Edited by Ryan H

Our journey:

Spoiler

September 2007: Met online via social networking site (MySpace); began exchanging messages.
March 26, 2009: We become a couple!
September 10, 2009: Arrived for first meeting in-person!
June 17, 2010: Arrived for second in-person meeting and start of travel together to other areas of China!
June 21, 2010: Engaged!!!
September 1, 2010: Switched course from K1 to CR-1
December 8, 2010: Wedding date set; it will be on February 18, 2011!
February 9, 2011: Depart for China
February 11, 2011: Registered for marriage in Wuhan, officially married!!!
February 18, 2011: Wedding ceremony in Shiyan!!!
April 22, 2011: Mailed I-130 to Chicago
April 28, 2011: Received NOA1 via text/email, file routed to CSC (priority date April 25th)
April 29, 2011: Updated
May 3, 2011: Received NOA1 hardcopy in mail
July 26, 2011: Received NOA2 via text/email!!!
July 30, 2011: Received NOA2 hardcopy in mail
August 8, 2011: NVC received file
September 1, 2011: NVC case number assigned
September 2, 2011: AOS invoice received, OPTIN email for EP sent
September 7, 2011: Paid AOS bill (payment portal showed PAID on September 9, 2011)
September 8, 2011: OPTIN email accepted, GZO number assigned
September 10, 2011: Emailed AOS package
September 12, 2011: IV bill invoiced
September 13, 2011: Paid IV bill (payment portal showed PAID on September 14, 2011)
September 14, 2011: Emailed IV package
October 3, 2011: Emailed checklist response (checklist generated due to typo on Form DS-230)
October 6, 2011: Case complete at NVC
November 10, 2011: Interview - APPROVED!!!
December 7, 2011: POE - Sea-Tac Airport

September 17, 2013: Mailed I-751 to CSC

September 23, 2013: Received NOA1 in mail (receipt date September 19th)

October 16, 2013: Biometrics Appointment

January 28, 2014: Production of new Green Card ordered

February 3, 2014: New Green Card received; done with USCIS until fall of 2023*

December 18, 2023:  Filed I-90 to renew Green Card

December 21, 2023:  Production of new Green Card ordered - will be seeing USCIS again every 10 years for renewal

July 23, 2025:  Filed N-400 online

 

 
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