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Instructions for USCIS Form N-470 Application to Preserve Residence for Naturalization Purposes
This document contains official instructions for USCIS Form N-470 , Application to Preserve Residence for Naturalization Purposes - a form released and collected by the U.S. Department of Homeland Security - Citizenship and Immigration Services. An up-to-date fillable USCIS Form N-470 is available for download through this link.
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Q: What is USCIS Form N-470?
A: USCIS Form N-470 is the application to preserve residence for naturalization purposes.
Q: What is the purpose of Form N-470?
A: The purpose of Form N-470 is to allow lawful permanent residents to preserve their residence for naturalization purposes while being employed abroad.
Q: Who can file Form N-470?
A: Lawful permanent residents who are employed abroad by a qualifying employer or as a religious or nonprofit organization can file Form N-470.
Q: What are the eligibility requirements for Form N-470?
A: To be eligible, applicants must have been a lawful permanent resident for at least one year, have lived continuously in the United States before departing, and have a qualifying employer abroad.
Q: What is a qualifying employer for Form N-470?
A: A qualifying employer for Form N-470 can be a U.S. government agency, American institution of research, or an American firm engaged in the development of foreign trade or commerce with the U.S.
Q: What are the benefits of filing Form N-470?
A: Form N-470 allows applicants to preserve their continuous residence in the United States for naturalization purposes, even if they are employed abroad.
Q: What is the processing time for Form N-470?
A: The processing time for Form N-470 can vary, but USCIS aims to process the application within 6 months.
Q: How much does it cost to file Form N-470?
A: The filing fee for Form N-470 is $585.
Q: Can I request expedited processing for Form N-470?
A: Yes, you may request expedited processing for Form N-470 in certain circumstances, such as for impending naturalization or military deployment.
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