{"id":578,"date":"2022-11-28T09:30:33","date_gmt":"2022-11-28T17:30:33","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.elawrencelaw.com\/blog\/?p=578"},"modified":"2022-12-13T06:57:29","modified_gmt":"2022-12-13T14:57:29","slug":"debunking-4-myths-about-united-states-citizenship","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.elawrencelaw.com\/blog\/debunking-4-myths-about-united-states-citizenship\/","title":{"rendered":"Debunking 4 Myths About United States Citizenship"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"wp-block-media-text alignwide\" style=\"grid-template-columns:39% auto\"><figure class=\"wp-block-media-text__media\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"736\" height=\"491\" src=\"https:\/\/www.elawrencelaw.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/ps.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-580\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.elawrencelaw.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/ps.jpg 736w, https:\/\/www.elawrencelaw.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/ps-300x200.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 736px) 100vw, 736px\" \/><\/figure><div class=\"wp-block-media-text__content\">\n<p>When you are looking to become a United States citizen, there are many different places that are happy to help you, like the Law Office of Elizabeth Anu Lawrence. However, unfortunately, there are also some places that are looking to take advantage of you by telling you various myths about United States citizenship. Here are some of the most common misconceptions and the truths behind them. <\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<!--more-->\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">You Need a Lot of Money to Apply for United States Citizenship<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Many people assume that you need to be wealthy to be able to become a US citizen, but that is not always the case. There are numerous special programs, fee waivers, and other options that allow anyone to potentially become a citizen. The <a href=\"https:\/\/www.uscis.gov\/newsroom\/news-releases\/dhs-designates-ethiopia-for-temporary-protected-status-for-18-months\">DHS<\/a> has recently approved Ethiopia for Temporary Protected Status (TPS). We can help you explore your options and ensure that you are not taken advantage of. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">You Cannot Become a Citizen With a Criminal Record<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>This is another one of the most common myths about United\nStates citizenship, and it is simply not the case. Depending on the nature of\nyour criminal record, how long ago it was, and the sentence that you served,\nyou might be completely eligible for citizenship as long as you are working\nwith the right attorney. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">You Must Speak Perfect English<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Are you concerned that your lack of fluency in English could\naffect your chances of getting citizenship? Don\u2019t be! There is a requirement\nthat you have a good understanding of English and can pass the test, but you do\nnot need to be the same level of fluency as a native speaker at all. Depending\non your situation, you also may be able to take your test in another language. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">You Can Lie to Get Better Chances of Being a Citizen<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>This myth about United States citizenship could permanently\ncompromise your ability to become a citizen, as the truth will always come out.\nYou should never tell a lie or fudge the truth on your N-400, federal forms,\ninterviews, or other pieces of paperwork. If you are caught telling a lie\nduring the application process, the country will likely charge you with a crime\nand stop you from being able to ever become a citizen. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">The US Immigration System is Complicated. 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