Hello, attorney, i and my partner are in a sorta predicament. We wanna know the fastest way to bring a partner to the US. Should we get married and start processing or apply as a fiance?
My sister in law still holds on to her Japanese Citizenship because she still has pension and retirement benefits that she earned. For her, Japanese passport is just as good as US Passport for traveling abroad. My brother has a residency card in Japan so he could go there and live there. The only issue is that residency card in Japan has to be renewed more frequently, every 4 years I think.
I lived in Japan for some time and they don't allow dual citizenship first of all, then must be because Japanese passport is more powerful than the U.S passport. Doesn't make much sense to me if you are Japanese.
13 years of doing this yet you fail to mention the biggest reason why someone would retain their home passport - social security benefits!!! This is especially true with older folks who are eligible for and receive automatic payments from their home country. Likewise you would want to obtain US citizenship instead of just staying with a green card to also be eligible for social security from the US. And it doesn't stop at two passports - many circumstances exist where folks have triple citizenship and carry three passports LEGALLY. Just because you obtain US citizenship it doesn't mean you have to renounce your existing one!!!
Agreed!! Dual citizenship and u saying triple citizenship?! Now that's fckn awesome! Social Security benefits is a must! Don't 4get not needing a visa if you're a citizen. It's maannyy other benefits to becoming a citizen.
She's conflicting things. Either or either, it's the individuals choice. Anyway you takes it, having a US 🇺🇸 citizenship is 100% a better choice once a person spends most of his/her life living and investing in a country.
My mother inlaw stayed in the USA 15 years ago on and off for 5 years usually during the winter only in Phx AZ. She received social security and she's illegal immigrant living in Mexico now
Green card holders..just be good citizens, obey the laws, if you are a drinker do it at home, dont drive drunk people, stay away from toxic people, pay your taxes on time , don't road rage, be a good neighbor, ...and if you are bored look out the window to see if any of those Jehova Witnesses coming down the street stopped them for a little chat..
As a naturalized US citizen and a former permanent resident I consider this choice a no-brainer: there are zero greencard advantages vs the citizenship.
@eustab.anas-mann9510 canceling your previous citizenship is not a prerequisite for naturalization in the USA, so you can keep your old passport. Of course you pledge allegiance solely to the USA, but if you don't feel like it why coming to live here in the first place?
@@alexandermikhailov2481 It's not a prerequisite but many countries do not allow multiple citizenships under any circumstances. Monaco, Japan, Turkmenistan and many others..
A big difference between naturalized citizens and green card holders is that US citizens can hold a job that native Americans can hold; while green cards holders have limited appointments.
@@MJ-nd9oyGreen Cards can be revoked. To get your citizenship revoked takes a lot of doing, the government must prove you got citizenship by fraud. Two different entry lines at Port of entry. Those are a couple.
I was a GC holder for 34yrs. Finally became citizen bc it was just as expensive to renew GC so decided to go for it. Other factors were I’m retiring in 2 yrs and wanted to travel for longer than 6 months without being scared I may be denied entry back in. Also just realized I can sponsor siblings if I want.
If you’re living in the DC/VA/MD area it’s more advantageous to get US citizenship for better job opportunities with the Federal Government and government contractors because you would clearance
It depends on the work. Sure you get to retire at 52 all expenses paid by club Fed but if you become a gubermint bureaucrat endlessly harrassing people booking them for "formcrimes"... is that how you want to spend your life, if lets say, you're an engineer by profession? Working at club Fed for a pension isn't my idea of paradise. Also the cost of housing Nor. VA or Maryland is astronomical because of printed money in the hands of the Federal types.
There are far worse things that can happen as an outcome of a car crash that this statement should not even be a concern. The goal should be to not rely this heavily on cars for transporting humans everywhere as they are well known to be unsafe for both people inside them and outside them.
No longer even having to remember what all those government agencies do, I didn't even think of that. These videos including this one tall about petitioning family but nothing says you have to
The “taxing abroad” policy is completely crazy (I don’t think any country in the world does it), and it’s why I will probably never go through with naturalization.
It's the same for permanent residents as for citizens. , If you are a green card holder and want to live abroad without filing US Tax, you would have to give up the card and potentially pay an exit tax if you have had your PR more than 8 years
You’re still liable for tax. If you stay on green card you are restricted on how long you can be outside the country. The citizenship rules could change at any time. Once you’re a citizen it cannot be taken back.
i don't know about the citizenship but you are very STUNNING!! I kept postponing and postponing as i was afraid that i would fail the test. Any kind of exam scares the crap out of me...but finally took citizenship.
Depends on the agent whomever provide you the test. Some can make your life scary. Some just go with the flow like mine. My test even a 10 year old can pass lol. I was asked 5 questions passed all 5 and 1 writing and reading that simple. Again depending on your case agent you were assigned to.
My mother been living 50 years now here in the US and she never wanted to become a US citizen BUT she is very proud to have 3 american kids and 3 american grandkids.
A quick note on why Canadian passport holders may prefer not to take up US citizenship - it’s _not because_ the Canadian passport is better …it’s actually not better 😂 US Army conscription is the actual reason Canadians with green cards wouldn’t want to apply for US citizenship. I’m a dual South African Australian citizen with US permanent residency/PR/green card - and am reluctant to apply for US citizenship.
I've been waiting for 14 months with no end in sight to just get conditions removed from my marriage green card. The system is completely broken. I have a 4 year extension letter. That is abysmal.
It is essential to note that expatriate tax is applicable only to “covered expatriates” - not every person who renounces their citizenship. According to IRC Section 877(a)(2), a covered expatriate is someone who meets any of the following criteria: Has an average annual net income tax liability for the five years preceding the expatriation year exceeding a specified threshold (adjusted for inflation, $178,000 for 2022); Has a net worth of $2 million or more on the expatriation date; Fails to certify, under penalties of perjury, compliance with all US federal tax obligations for the five years preceding the expatriation year.
I became a citizen in 2014. I gained no privileges based on my life style. I knew in my case there were no real upgrades after becoming a citizen. But ehhh I still became one just cause lol i think I did it just incase the US government became stup*d in the future and tried to take the green card away from people in the future. But other than that based on my life style becoming a citizen didn't gain me any additional benefits.
If you have an immigration gap between the time you got to the US and the time you got your green card i.e you overstayed your visa..you can only apply for Global Entry 5 years after you receive your Green Card ..that's one thing they don't tell you when applying for GE.
@@andyfumo8931 The process is identical to that of a citizen. Walk up to the machine, get scanned, go to the officer who asks you if you have anything to declare and welcomes you back. Out you go.
@@martinsutherland5502 Not always. My last return, in December 2023, they asked what the purpose of my visit abroad was, and how long I was away. Pretty sure at least the last question wouldn't have been asked of a citizen. But yes, at others times no questions.
I know of a Colombian couple who came to the United States seven years ago and applied for asylum. It takes the U.S. immigration with their backlog forever to have them come for an interview. Meanwhile, they were given Social Security numbers, allowed to work, and to obtain U.S. driver licenses. I was really surprised when I found out, they have gun permits (and firearms), and learned that they are also earning Social Security credits, which means they can go back to Colombia after ten years by having 40 Social Security credits and collect U.S. retirement income, regardless if their asylum is or isn't approved.
@@George_us - Yes that's the US for you - one of the most welcoming countries for asylum seekers! .. If you planning to immigrate to US don't worry about coming the legal way as it would take years for you. Better come illegally enjoy all the benefits! This is seriously so screwed up for the American tax payers!
If you are US citizen and work abroad / overseas you still have to pay to the IRS? that means you are paying double taxes (US tax and Country abroad /overseas tax)
Hello Mrs. Rahman, I’ve been a green card holder since 1984. I was 6 yrs old when I arrived from Mexico. Just like any adolescent I did get in trouble with the law,Nothing too big. My wife hesitates on me becoming a Citizen because she gets scared of me being deported,it at the same time she doesn’t mind it if I got a dual citizenship. Any feedback would help. Thank you.🙏
if a green card holder wants to stay outside of the US for more than 2 yrs, is there a limit to the number of form I-131's they can file? Can they be filed consecutively?
I would rather maintain my green card and keep my country's citizenship 😂😂😂 go east go west home is the best, i love my country Tanzania and i would never trade it for nothing, im legally in the U.S i can do anything i want to legally that's good enough but my country is in my heart and i wil continue to love both places and love both sides..i love America and i love Tanzania they're both my country's
Having a green means I cannot work for the government, can’t vote and can’t serve on a jury. I am happy to keep citizenship in my home country. I have all rights and privileges of a US citizen for all intents and purposes with a green card.
@@stevebarrett3363 until your good friend wants to form a duct cleaning corporation and have you as a shareholder- partner, and a lucrative military contract is waiting at Clark Air base Philippines 😂👍. All travel expenses and benefits covered.
Guess what I am an honorable discharge service member with three DD-214 and yet immigration at Homeland security says I'm not American citizen that my DD-214 is not legal to get a passport even though it says I'm a US citizen date of birth a DD-214 is a legal paper stating I was American citizen serving in the United States but I cannot get a passport and I have to prove I'm an American citizen and I have a social security card which they do not honor either
This person may be an Immigration Lawyer promoting people of her ethnicity to remain as non-US citizens. Countries like Singapore and many Arab countries prefer the foreign born residents to remain as permanent residents and they do not let them become citizens. There are some countries like New Zealand that would let all people regardless of their citizenship to vote in their elections. But in the US, being a citizen would get many benefits compared to a green card holder. Firstly, you will never get deported for offenses such as DUI, battery, theft etc. Secondly, getting a security clearance is easier for US citizens than a Green-card holder. These security clearances are needed for federal jobs and jobs in financial institutions that are affiliated to federal government. Another important but unspoken issue with Green-card is that it can be affected by the political climate and US politics. Most politicians would not disassociate people from their nation, meaning an adverse relation with the foreign country would impact the Green-card holder. Same goes with your neighborhood too. I do remember how some of my neighbors treat foreigners when they come to know that they are foreigners. Furthermore, retiring into home country would pose some difficulties in accessing the Social Security payments since those areas are handled by complex regulations. Some of my friends who went back to their home countries are not currently receiving their SSA payments as they have already lost their Green-card privileges. Remember, SSA payment is your right since you paid into it; but in your home country it may be a privilege based on your economic conditions. So yes, there are stuff to remember. But DO A THOROUGH RESEARCH AND GET ALL THE FACTS. My son who have a New Zealand passport was refusing to take up the US Citizenship for long. But he finally did after doing some research.
I become us citizen after held green card and I REGRET my decision until today. Because have to gave up my original citizenship from my motherland . I don’t vote and plan not to vote so US passport doesn’t give me any benefits. Instead I have only max 30 days to stay in my original country or they will kick me out because I am foreigner now .
Question i have filed for my unmarried son, they just moved the case to electronic filling. Can I file an adjustment of status if he is here in the country, the case has been with them for 7 years now
In at least some cases you will have to renounce your birth citizenship. My daughter, born a dual national, was talking to the FBI about employment and they said she would have to renounce her UK citizenship before proceeding. Not doing that so she stopped the process.
very true and false convictions happen! Along with public defenders who tell people to pled guilty with less than 5% of clients insisting on going to trial
I paid for the update of my green card which seems like more than a year ago and still have not yet received the new green card! I went out of the country with the old green card and they accepted the old expired green card!
To be a US citizen in the 21 century is a JOKE now..!! lm a green card holder since 1983, I personally DO NOT BELIEVE in the federal government, but l will try to get any benefit that lm untitled to through whatever contributions l made in taxes since I was 17 years old If they denied my benefits, l will not be surprised and l just move on I’m planning to leave this country for good anyway So thanks 🙏🏼 but NO thanks to citizenship !!!
for MOST Card Holders, the decision to get Citizenship will far outweigh the decision not to based on benefits. All Green card holders are libel for USA taxation no matter where they earn the money, anywhere in the world, just the same as US Citizens do. Green card can be taken away from you, whereas Citizenship in most cases, cannot.
Hello Mourmita, Thanks for the information. I am Australian citizen, and currently got my US Immigrant Visa and waiting for my Green Card. Would you recommend a dual citizenship later on?
@lovehumanbeings7859 thanks for great help. Here's my background for short - im a lawyer from another jurisdiction but I worked in Ontario Govt in admin dept for Court services so basically it was ministry of attorney general for ontario public service. Now I wish to move to states, since I do not have license, then I can work in admin only. Hence thinking which state would be better and which state govt would be worth working for.. Let me know if you got what im saying
@lovehumanbeings7859 thank you so much for the guidance and direction. I really appreciate it. I wish I could connect with u.. are u on LinkedIn or something?
Great info. Thanks for sharing. I have a question: can a Green Card holder married to a U.S. citizen lose social security benefits after retirement if they decide to move abroad permanently?
Downsides my arse. Since I am Citizen i can literally visit all the top developed countries no questions asked vs when i was green card holder. The power you have as a citizen is a no brainer. Doesn't matter which country passport you got including top 5. Always remember USA passport is something else.
There aren't many more countries that have a "stronger" visa free passport for travel than the US. They do exist, but they are few. US already in the top 20 in every survey.
Brexit was the worst thing to ever happen to the British passport. The UK is well off but big economies like the US and EU have more opportunities, instead of being confined to working in a small economy @@teebee3309
Wish I found you a year ago. Still waiting for my application for my wife, been almost a year. Been Married for 15 years abroad. Just getting the Green Card is painful. Hope it works out soon.
I watched too much tic toc vids of natrulization and became natrulized citizen but due to that lost ownership of about 2m dollars worth or land back home. Can i renounce us citizenship andnget my old permanent residency again ?
US Passport might give you a lot of Visa-free travel options, however it as well confront you with officials and people that are angry at the US making your life more complicated then with lets say a European passport while traveling, as they see you as part of the problem. Or even worth. Most dual citizen or green card holders I know use their other Passport when traveling.
Thanks for sharing. I was told that if you have been working for the US government as a foreign national for a certain period of time, you are eligible to apply for US Citizenship as well. Is that correct?
I’ve been a permanent resident for 20 years, and I went to Spain for 5 years and lost my green card, and was able to come back to USA with my Spanish passport, I dk if it was luck
hi Moumita, Im a naturalized citizen that would like to petition my mother (married to my step father) and my step- sister (over 18).. would I need to file 02 different petitions? my mom's along with step-dad and my sister's?
Hello! My sister is still a green card holder and working for almost 30 years. Can she get her social security when she retire at the full retirement age even though she's not a U.S. Citizen? Thank you!
yes, Green card holders qualify for Social Security if they have the work credits. Some rules to be aware of but shouldn't be a problem if she plans to remain being a resident here
I can imagine that those who would be giving up US citizenship for whatever reason it would be alot easier to give up a green card if one had that status and probably cheaper too ?
Wouldn't you (typically or would still) have birthright citizenship to your home country even if you're naturalized and there's no duality between countries? Just curious if laws have changed. I've been a US citizen for over 30 years, and I still have my home country's passport.
It doesn’t matter…Anyway you have to get it due to liability…Citizens will prevent from deportation for stupid reason. Paperwork pice increase every year if not 20% or closed…
If u married us citizen on F1 visa but u are International athlete and you have to travel back home to train. can you apply for your green card back home without any problems
In the 80’s citizenship I was ask only 3 questions and $30 fee ,now you have to review and read cause the questions are so many that people born in the USA don’t even know the answers ,plus the fee good luck ,But the privileges $$$$$ you can’t buy
Yes you do getting deportation even tho US citizens. If you’re born in USA no deportation but if you’re applying citizenship and become US citizens yes you can lost you US citizens anytime if there’s felony case. Vietnamese lady get her US citizens then she sold her food stamp to another person and store , she getting deportation to Vietnam.
1:24 the majority of my country? I think you meant "family" right? Honestly 70% of my country live here already in the US. Any videos on dual citizenship? I truly don't see an economic advantage. I was sold this false illusion and other factors are more important, like your age, education, skills, what part of the US you live, business knowledge, etc. I see many non-citizens start businesses and do very well. I see many citizens here do nothing with their lives. Back in the 70's and 80's there was this big push for citizenship. One thing you did not mention is certain jobs you cannot apply too, especially federal jobs. That is why I did it.
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Do you have to update your ss# when you become a us citizen
can I revert back to Green Card from US Citizenship?
Hello, attorney, i and my partner are in a sorta predicament. We wanna know the fastest way to bring a partner to the US. Should we get married and start processing or apply as a fiance?
@kfelix2934 ok thank you
@kfelix2934 ok thank you
My sister in law still holds on to her Japanese Citizenship because she still has pension and retirement benefits that she earned. For her, Japanese passport is just as good as US Passport for traveling abroad. My brother has a residency card in Japan so he could go there and live there. The only issue is that residency card in Japan has to be renewed more frequently, every 4 years I think.
A Japanese passport is powerful. I once asked my Japanese friend why he hasn’t applied for US citizenship, and he replied “what for?”. 😂.
I lived in Japan for some time and they don't allow dual citizenship first of all, then must be because Japanese passport is more powerful than the U.S passport. Doesn't make much sense to me if you are Japanese.
Proud to be an American citizen. 🇯🇲 🇺🇸
Same here! Parents immigrated here over 25+ years ago and had me in the US, we're all proud to call ourselves American and honor our new home ❤🇺🇸
I am an american of salvadorean and spaniard
All these law firms talk about continuity of residency, but never about job availability and employment necessary to maintain continuity of residency.
13 years of doing this yet you fail to mention the biggest reason why someone would retain their home passport - social security benefits!!! This is especially true with older folks who are eligible for and receive automatic payments from their home country. Likewise you would want to obtain US citizenship instead of just staying with a green card to also be eligible for social security from the US.
And it doesn't stop at two passports - many circumstances exist where folks have triple citizenship and carry three passports LEGALLY. Just because you obtain US citizenship it doesn't mean you have to renounce your existing one!!!
Agreed!! Dual citizenship and u saying triple citizenship?! Now that's fckn awesome! Social Security benefits is a must! Don't 4get not needing a visa if you're a citizen. It's maannyy other benefits to becoming a citizen.
Exactly
She's conflicting things. Either or either, it's the individuals choice. Anyway you takes it, having a US 🇺🇸 citizenship is 100% a better choice once a person spends most of his/her life living and investing in a country.
My mother inlaw stayed in the USA 15 years ago on and off for 5 years usually during the winter only in Phx AZ. She received social security and she's illegal immigrant living in Mexico now
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Green card holders..just be good citizens, obey the laws, if you are a drinker do it at home, dont drive drunk people, stay away from toxic people, pay your taxes on time , don't road rage, be a good neighbor, ...and if you are bored look out the window to see if any of those Jehova Witnesses coming down the street stopped them for a little chat..
Bingo. Unlike my cousin.
Greencard holders can get social security benefits once you pay social security and work for a period of 10 years
Correct, you need to build it up or use your spouse points if they have been working under his/her SSN.
As a naturalized US citizen and a former permanent resident I consider this choice a no-brainer: there are zero greencard advantages vs the citizenship.
Losing your previous citizenship is a possible disadvantage, and having to do jury duty.
@eustab.anas-mann9510 canceling your previous citizenship is not a prerequisite for naturalization in the USA, so you can keep your old passport. Of course you pledge allegiance solely to the USA, but if you don't feel like it why coming to live here in the first place?
@@alexandermikhailov2481 It's not a prerequisite but many countries do not allow multiple citizenships under any circumstances. Monaco, Japan, Turkmenistan and many others..
@@eustab.anas-mann9510 OK, makes sense.
@@alexandermikhailov2481 That's why I called it a _possible_ disadvantage. If you happen to come from one of those countries.
A big difference between naturalized citizens and green card holders is that US citizens can hold a job that native Americans can hold; while green cards holders have limited appointments.
Getting the US citizenship is the best thing that could happen to anyone. I'm getting mine next month and it's totally worth it ✌🏻
Congrats and enjoy!
Being a US citizen is better decision and grant you more rights and benefits.
Example of benefits and rights, please
@@MJ-nd9oyGreen Cards can be revoked. To get your citizenship revoked takes a lot of doing, the government must prove you got citizenship by fraud. Two different entry lines at Port of entry. Those are a couple.
😂😂😂
I'm proud to be American citizens
I was a GC holder for 34yrs. Finally became citizen bc it was just as expensive to renew GC so decided to go for it. Other factors were I’m retiring in 2 yrs and wanted to travel for longer than 6 months without being scared I may be denied entry back in. Also just realized I can sponsor siblings if I want.
If you’re living in the DC/VA/MD area it’s more advantageous to get US citizenship for better job opportunities with the Federal Government and government contractors because you would clearance
It depends on the work. Sure you get to retire at 52 all expenses paid by club Fed but if you become a gubermint bureaucrat endlessly harrassing people booking them for "formcrimes"... is that how you want to spend your life, if lets say, you're an engineer by profession?
Working at club Fed for a pension isn't my idea of paradise. Also the cost of housing Nor. VA or Maryland is astronomical because of printed money in the hands of the Federal types.
as a green card holder you are just one car crash away from deportation is an eye opener for any green card holder . Good point there
This is a stupid comment a green car holder is a lawful permanent resident!!
They are all entitled to citizenship after 3 or 5 years
@@o.d7096 good luck with your green card in fatal DUI
@@o.d7096 lol lawful permanent residents can be deported for some unlawful activities .. specially a fatal DUI
@o.d7096 Green card holders even those serving in the US Military can be deported.
There are far worse things that can happen as an outcome of a car crash that this statement should not even be a concern. The goal should be to not rely this heavily on cars for transporting humans everywhere as they are well known to be unsafe for both people inside them and outside them.
No longer even having to remember what all those government agencies do, I didn't even think of that.
These videos including this one tall about petitioning family but nothing says you have to
The “taxing abroad” policy is completely crazy (I don’t think any country in the world does it), and it’s why I will probably never go through with naturalization.
It's the same for permanent residents as for citizens. , If you are a green card holder and want to live abroad without filing US Tax, you would have to give up the card and potentially pay an exit tax if you have had your PR more than 8 years
You’re still liable for tax. If you stay on green card you are restricted on how long you can be outside the country. The citizenship rules could change at any time. Once you’re a citizen it cannot be taken back.
I am AUS citizen I am currently getting my dual citizenship with Italy and applying for residency in Mexico.
Who cares ?
@@ragarachanavunnava5286who cares about what you care or not?
Greencard holders can get global entry and use the kiosks as well.
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i don't know about the citizenship but you are very STUNNING!! I kept postponing and postponing as i was afraid that i would fail the test. Any kind of exam scares the crap out of me...but finally took citizenship.
Depends on the agent whomever provide you the test. Some can make your life scary. Some just go with the flow like mine. My test even a 10 year old can pass lol. I was asked 5 questions passed all 5 and 1 writing and reading that simple. Again depending on your case agent you were assigned to.
Ur country is in a shit
My mother never became a citizen lived here for over 60 years.
My mother been living 50 years now here in the US and she never wanted to become a US citizen BUT she is very proud to have 3 american kids and 3 american grandkids.
A quick note on why Canadian passport holders may prefer not to take up US citizenship - it’s _not because_ the Canadian passport is better …it’s actually not better 😂 US Army conscription is the actual reason Canadians with green cards wouldn’t want to apply for US citizenship. I’m a dual South African Australian citizen with US permanent residency/PR/green card - and am reluctant to apply for US citizenship.
You don’t need to apply for US citizenship. You better go back to your wonderful country Southafrica.
Canadian passport is better for visa free access, and unfortunately green card holders can be conscripted
Processing time was 2 months for naturalization for me, just became a us citizen in January
Wow what state was this
I've been waiting for 14 months with no end in sight to just get conditions removed from my marriage green card. The system is completely broken. I have a 4 year extension letter. That is abysmal.
@@teebee3309 FL. Miami
@@rohitnijhawan5281 if republicans get in power it’ll take longer
Same for me applied March 5 2024 got my interview and same day swore in May 20th here in California
I became a US citizen and now I regret it
Why?
There is the option to renounce US citizenship. It is a good idea if you have a second passport or if you are already a dual citizen
@@vickiecordon7887 But not to be able to keep your social security benefits?
Why?
It is essential to note that expatriate tax is applicable only to “covered expatriates” - not every person who renounces their citizenship.
According to IRC Section 877(a)(2), a covered expatriate is someone who meets any of the following criteria:
Has an average annual net income tax liability for the five years preceding the expatriation year exceeding a specified threshold (adjusted for inflation, $178,000 for 2022);
Has a net worth of $2 million or more on the expatriation date;
Fails to certify, under penalties of perjury, compliance with all US federal tax obligations for the five years preceding the expatriation year.
If you have criminal convictions which could cause you to be denied citizenship, these same convictions could cause you to be detained at the border.
I became a citizen in 2014. I gained no privileges based on my life style. I knew in my case there were no real upgrades after becoming a citizen. But ehhh I still became one just cause lol i think I did it just incase the US government became stup*d in the future and tried to take the green card away from people in the future. But other than that based on my life style becoming a citizen didn't gain me any additional benefits.
If you obtain a Global Entry card, ($100) the customs and immigration process then becomes exactly the same as it is for a citizen.
What process is that exactly?
@@andyfumo8931 Walk up to the machine, it scans your face and then up to the agent who says, “Anything to declare? Welcome home.”
If you have an immigration gap between the time you got to the US and the time you got your green card i.e you overstayed your visa..you can only apply for Global Entry 5 years after you receive your Green Card ..that's one thing they don't tell you when applying for GE.
@@andyfumo8931 The process is identical to that of a citizen. Walk up to the machine, get scanned, go to the officer who asks you if you have anything to declare and welcomes you back. Out you go.
@@martinsutherland5502 Not always. My last return, in December 2023, they asked what the purpose of my visit abroad was, and how long I was away. Pretty sure at least the last question wouldn't have been asked of a citizen. But yes, at others times no questions.
You forgot to include that a US citizen can own a legal firearm
I know of a Colombian couple who came to the United States seven years ago and applied for asylum. It takes the U.S. immigration with their backlog forever to have them come for an interview. Meanwhile, they were given Social Security numbers, allowed to work, and to obtain U.S. driver licenses. I was really surprised when I found out, they have gun permits (and firearms), and learned that they are also earning Social Security credits, which means they can go back to Colombia after ten years by having 40 Social Security credits and collect U.S. retirement income, regardless if their asylum is or isn't approved.
@@George_us - Yes that's the US for you - one of the most welcoming countries for asylum seekers! .. If you planning to immigrate to US don't worry about coming the legal way as it would take years for you. Better come illegally enjoy all the benefits! This is seriously so screwed up for the American tax payers!
Residents are able to purchase firearms
Legal permanent resident can legally purchase, keep and carry firearms
Legal residents can also own a firearm. Do some findings.
If you are US citizen and work abroad / overseas you still have to pay to the IRS? that means you are paying double taxes (US tax and Country abroad /overseas tax)
Hello Mrs. Rahman, I’ve been a green card holder since 1984. I was 6 yrs old when I arrived from Mexico. Just like any adolescent I did get in trouble with the law,Nothing too big. My wife hesitates on me becoming a Citizen because she gets scared of me being deported,it at the same time she doesn’t mind it if I got a dual citizenship. Any feedback would help. Thank you.🙏
I am a very proud Citizen of the United States of America 🇺🇸 and Citizen of Samoa 🇼🇸
if a green card holder wants to stay outside of the US for more than 2 yrs, is there a limit to the number of form I-131's they can file? Can they be filed consecutively?
I would rather maintain my green card and keep my country's citizenship 😂😂😂 go east go west home is the best, i love my country Tanzania and i would never trade it for nothing, im legally in the U.S i can do anything i want to legally that's good enough but my country is in my heart and i wil continue to love both places and love both sides..i love America and i love Tanzania they're both my country's
If you love your country go back there then. Your country.
@@alejandrocosavalente2726no one asked for your opinion,you probably jumped the border.
@@alejandrocosavalente2726🤣.
So as someone who has a green card and wants to become a citizen, I can leave the US without losing ties to the US. How bad is this tax thing?
10 year green card received today 🎊 🎉
Having a green means I cannot work for the government, can’t vote and can’t serve on a jury. I am happy to keep citizenship in my home country. I have all rights and privileges of a US citizen for all intents and purposes with a green card.
You can’t be awarded federal or military contracts as a businessman if you’re just a green card holder.
@@jellymadrigal5879 Thank you for that piece of information. I wasn’t aware of that. Fortunately, I do not have to worry about that.
@@stevebarrett3363 until your good friend wants to form a duct cleaning corporation and have you as a shareholder- partner, and a lucrative military contract is waiting at Clark Air base Philippines 😂👍. All travel expenses and benefits covered.
USA CITIZENSHIP IS THE BEST, LET’S GO USA 🎉
Guess what I am an honorable discharge service member with three DD-214 and yet immigration at Homeland security says I'm not American citizen that my DD-214 is not legal to get a passport even though it says I'm a US citizen date of birth a DD-214 is a legal paper stating I was American citizen serving in the United States but I cannot get a passport and I have to prove I'm an American citizen and I have a social security card which they do not honor either
You have to apply but it’s easier for you too. Just a formality .
I recently was granted my temporary US Visa. Is it possible to apply for permanent Visa with a temporary visa?
This person may be an Immigration Lawyer promoting people of her ethnicity to remain as non-US citizens. Countries like Singapore and many Arab countries prefer the foreign born residents to remain as permanent residents and they do not let them become citizens. There are some countries like New Zealand that would let all people regardless of their citizenship to vote in their elections. But in the US, being a citizen would get many benefits compared to a green card holder. Firstly, you will never get deported for offenses such as DUI, battery, theft etc. Secondly, getting a security clearance is easier for US citizens than a Green-card holder. These security clearances are needed for federal jobs and jobs in financial institutions that are affiliated to federal government. Another important but unspoken issue with Green-card is that it can be affected by the political climate and US politics. Most politicians would not disassociate people from their nation, meaning an adverse relation with the foreign country would impact the Green-card holder. Same goes with your neighborhood too. I do remember how some of my neighbors treat foreigners when they come to know that they are foreigners. Furthermore, retiring into home country would pose some difficulties in accessing the Social Security payments since those areas are handled by complex regulations. Some of my friends who went back to their home countries are not currently receiving their SSA payments as they have already lost their Green-card privileges. Remember, SSA payment is your right since you paid into it; but in your home country it may be a privilege based on your economic conditions. So yes, there are stuff to remember. But DO A THOROUGH RESEARCH AND GET ALL THE FACTS. My son who have a New Zealand passport was refusing to take up the US Citizenship for long. But he finally did after doing some research.
I vote and it’s important for me .
You really know what you are talking about.🎉❤ seriously
I become us citizen after held green card and I REGRET my decision until today. Because have to gave up my original citizenship from my motherland . I don’t vote and plan not to vote so US passport doesn’t give me any benefits. Instead I have only max 30 days to stay in my original country or they will kick me out because I am foreigner now .
What about exit tax?
Question i have filed for my unmarried son, they just moved the case to electronic filling. Can I file an adjustment of status if he is here in the country, the case has been with them for 7 years now
You can’t get employ by all defense company if you’re not US citizens
only the National Guard.
In at least some cases you will have to renounce your birth citizenship. My daughter, born a dual national, was talking to the FBI about employment and they said she would have to renounce her UK citizenship before proceeding. Not doing that so she stopped the process.
It’s always!!! Best to become a citizen period’
Why so?
Nope
Agreed
Security
More privilege as a citizen without fear of deportation. Green card holders are pretty much here on probation, one slip up and it's bye bye.
very true and false convictions happen! Along with public defenders who tell people to pled guilty with less than 5% of clients insisting on going to trial
Take look the price for renew a Green card and the diference when you buy a house and be a US Citizen . This a big MISTAKE.
Explain this.
I paid for the update of my green card which seems like more than a year ago and still have not yet received the new green card! I went out of the country with the old green card and they accepted the old expired green card!
Stay in your Countries of origin..It is very difficult for affordable housing and to find a work to keep it.. Resources are running out
I am in a limbo, is it difficult for my son 15yo now to apply citizen later by himself when he is older without me having to convert
To be a US citizen in the 21 century is a JOKE now..!! lm a green card holder since 1983,
I personally DO NOT BELIEVE in the federal government, but l will try to get any benefit that lm untitled to through whatever contributions l made in taxes since I was 17 years old
If they denied my benefits, l will not be surprised and l just move on
I’m planning to leave this country for good anyway
So thanks 🙏🏼 but NO thanks to citizenship !!!
for MOST Card Holders, the decision to get Citizenship will far outweigh the decision not to based on benefits. All Green card holders are libel for USA taxation no matter where they earn the money, anywhere in the world, just the same as US Citizens do. Green card can be taken away from you, whereas Citizenship in most cases, cannot.
I have some of my friends who don't want US citizenship.
Hello Mourmita, Thanks for the information. I am Australian citizen, and currently got my US Immigrant Visa and waiting for my Green Card. Would you recommend a dual citizenship later on?
Great content! We're in the process of renewing my wife's green card but don't know if she should apply for citizenship.
What about the six months out of state limit for US naturalized citizens?
How many months before expiry of permanent resident cisa can apply for citizenship
One question
What kind of govt jobs are available/open for US PR?
Almost none for the Federal Government
@lovehumanbeings7859 thanks for the response.. which states are worth applying for such jobs?
@lovehumanbeings7859 thanks for great help.
Here's my background for short - im a lawyer from another jurisdiction but I worked in Ontario Govt in admin dept for Court services so basically it was ministry of attorney general for ontario public service.
Now I wish to move to states, since I do not have license, then I can work in admin only. Hence thinking which state would be better and which state govt would be worth working for..
Let me know if you got what im saying
@lovehumanbeings7859 thank you so much for the guidance and direction. I really appreciate it. I wish I could connect with u.. are u on LinkedIn or something?
Great info. Thanks for sharing. I have a question: can a Green Card holder married to a U.S. citizen lose social security benefits after retirement if they decide to move abroad permanently?
I believe so. Either way it's best to get citizenship before moving permanently
Thank you so much for sharing this information .
I think it’s important to note that a natural born American cannot be denaturalized or deported.
Downsides my arse. Since I am Citizen i can literally visit all the top developed countries no questions asked vs when i was green card holder. The power you have as a citizen is a no brainer. Doesn't matter which country passport you got including top 5. Always remember USA passport is something else.
You get almost the same passport travel privileges with a Canadian (188 countries visa free) passport that you get with a US passport.
Who cares
@@Kuso_yarou why respond if you don't care?
I'm not sure. Do you have to be a US citizen to get spouse social security?
There aren't many more countries that have a "stronger" visa free passport for travel than the US. They do exist, but they are few. US already in the top 20 in every survey.
I’m a British citizen, our passport is stronger I’m also a permanent resident of us, and will become a citizen, why? US is the best
Brexit was the worst thing to ever happen to the British passport. The UK is well off but big economies like the US and EU have more opportunities, instead of being confined to working in a small economy @@teebee3309
I have three passports and I don't have any legal problems….
This information is really valuable. Is there a transcript available?
Some misunderstanding here.
Thank you very good job
Wish I found you a year ago. Still waiting for my application for my wife, been almost a year. Been Married for 15 years abroad. Just getting the Green Card is painful. Hope it works out soon.
I watched too much tic toc vids of natrulization and became natrulized citizen but due to that lost ownership of about 2m dollars worth or land back home. Can i renounce us citizenship andnget my old permanent residency again ?
I have dual citizenship
US Passport might give you a lot of Visa-free travel options, however it as well confront you with officials and people that are angry at the US making your life more complicated then with lets say a European passport while traveling, as they see you as part of the problem.
Or even worth. Most dual citizen or green card holders I know use their other Passport when traveling.
For person 70 and above and retired not working in usa is it worth to take citizenship
Thanks for sharing. I was told that if you have been working for the US government as a foreign national for a certain period of time, you are eligible to apply for US Citizenship as well. Is that correct?
You can marry a U.S citizen and become a legal and its quicker or join the U.S military to become a legal.
Thanks I really appreciate your explanation
I’ve been a permanent resident for 20 years, and I went to Spain for 5 years and lost my green card, and was able to come back to USA with my Spanish passport, I dk if it was luck
Sure with a tourist visa or wavier...but you can't work
If you are a GC holder, if your American spouse dies, you need to pay taxes on your spouses portion of assets over $60k.
hi Moumita, Im a naturalized citizen that would like to petition my mother (married to my step father) and my step- sister (over 18).. would I need to file 02 different petitions? my mom's along with step-dad and my sister's?
Hello! My sister is still a green card holder and working for almost 30 years. Can she get her social security when she retire at the full retirement age even though she's not a U.S. Citizen? Thank you!
yes, Green card holders qualify for Social Security if they have the work credits. Some rules to be aware of but shouldn't be a problem if she plans to remain being a resident here
I can imagine that those who would be giving up US citizenship for whatever reason it would be alot easier to give up a green card if one had that status and probably cheaper too ?
Wouldn't you (typically or would still) have birthright citizenship to your home country even if you're naturalized and there's no duality between countries? Just curious if laws have changed. I've been a US citizen for over 30 years, and I still have my home country's passport.
Not all countries does dual citizenship is either one or the other, my country does dual citizenship.
Some countries don't allow it, US does allow multiple citizenship. She mentioned that in the beginning.
It doesn’t matter…Anyway you have to get it due to liability…Citizens will prevent from deportation for stupid reason. Paperwork pice increase every year if not 20% or closed…
If u married us citizen on F1 visa but u are International athlete and you have to travel back home to train. can you apply for your green card back home without any problems
Thank you
In the 80’s citizenship I was ask only 3 questions and $30 fee ,now you have to review and read cause the questions are so many that people born in the USA don’t even know the answers ,plus the fee good luck ,But the privileges $$$$$ you can’t buy
Stuepz could anybody tell me what d hell i want to be a US citizen for,what is the purpose of that
Why even ask the question.
Yes you do getting deportation even tho US citizens. If you’re born in USA no deportation but if you’re applying citizenship and become US citizens yes you can lost you US citizens anytime if there’s felony case. Vietnamese lady get her US citizens then she sold her food stamp to another person and store , she getting deportation to Vietnam.
1:24 the majority of my country? I think you meant "family" right? Honestly 70% of my country live here already in the US. Any videos on dual citizenship? I truly don't see an economic advantage. I was sold this false illusion and other factors are more important, like your age, education, skills, what part of the US you live, business knowledge, etc. I see many non-citizens start businesses and do very well. I see many citizens here do nothing with their lives. Back in the 70's and 80's there was this big push for citizenship. One thing you did not mention is certain jobs you cannot apply too, especially federal jobs. That is why I did it.
I regret getting it.
Do you have renew your us passport every 10 years
Sge is a keeper
What happens next when you already send the case that was received and accepted but they do not contact you ?
What is a 8938 Form ? Does foreign residential property get taxed at 35%?
Hi, I have been in this country for 20 years I still don't have a green card I have TPS is that any way I can get help