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Ask an Attorney: Citizenship
- 12/19/2024
- The Veterans Consortium
- Link: https://www.statesidelegal.org
Question
Can I get an American citizenship or residency if my grandfather is an Army veteran?
Answer
Hello and thank you for your question!
Generally, grandchildren of veterans are not eligible for expedited naturalization through their grandparents’ military service. There is an exception if the grandparent legally adopted the grandchild, and the grandparent passed away during service.
These links include more information:
Citizenship for Military Family Members | USCIS
Naturalization Fact Sheet | USCIS
Green Card Eligibility Categories | USCIS
Thank you so much for contacting us.
Sincerely,
The Veterans Consortium Pro Bono Program
Topics:
- U.S. Court of Appeals for Veterans Claims Appeal