Citizenship & Naturalization

Watertown Citizenship & Naturalization Attorney

Helping Clients in Middlesex County and the Greater Boston Area Understand Their Eligibility for U.S. Citizenship

Have you lived in the United States as a legal permanent resident for at least five years? If so, you may be eligible for citizenship. The benefits of citizenship can be many, including the right to vote and participate in the political process. Experienced legal counsel can help guide you through this process to ensure the right steps are taken to protect your interests.

Kandilian Immigration Law LLC specializes in immigration law, including all issues related to naturalization and citizenship. We take the time to carefully listen to all your concerns and identify all your options, so you can relax with the confidence that your interests are being protected.

U.S. Citizenship & Naturalization Requirements

If you were not born in the U.S., the only way to obtain citizenship is through naturalization. 

In addition to residing in the United States for at least five years (three years if you are married to a U.S. citizen), you must also show that:

  • You are at least 18 years of age
  • You have been physically present in the U.S. for at least three of the last five years
  • You did not take up permanent residence in any other country over the last five years

The law also requires that you be of good character and not have a criminal history or a record of suspicious behavior. You must also be able to read, write, and speak English.

Working with You Every Step of the Way

We work with our clients at every stage of the citizenship and naturalization process to ensure that all the necessary requirements are met. We help you prepare for or find the resources to successfully pass the U.S. history and government examination required of all persons seeking citizenship. Our firm will also assist you in your preparation for your interview with the United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS).

Speak with an Experienced Attorney

We’ve helped people throughout Massachusetts qualify for U.S. citizenship. We are a trusted immigration law firm with local roots and a distant reach across the globe.

Contact us today at (617) 752-8488 to get started. 

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    "By far, he is the best immigration lawyer I've encountered."
    Nareg is very patient, kind, and extremely understanding, taking the time to explain everything in detail and addressing all my concerns. His fees are reasonable, offering top-notch service without breaking the bank.
    - Former Client
    "We highly recommend him."
    From preparing the documents to preparing for the interview, we are so happy we worked with Nareg.
    - Jim C.
    "I cannot recommend Nareg enough!"
    From our first meeting in person, to the last email sent on our cases Nareg was prompt, professional and had a deep understanding of the immigration process
    - Anonymous
    "Thank you so much Nareg we could not have done it without you."
    Nareg is extremely professional and handled our case with great care. He made happen what two other lawyers could not.
    - Gus W.
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    During each step of the process - consultation, collecting marriage evidence, filing, interview prep - Nareg was clear in his explanations and did an amazing job in ensuring our case was approved with no hurdles.
    - Benji
    "He is a true professional and a fantastic immigration lawyer."
    It quickly became clear that he knows the procedures and best practices for the immigration process.
    - Tom
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    From the first visit till the end of the job, Mr. Kandilian was there with us making every effort to make the procedure of OUR fiance' based application go as smoothly as possible.
    - Anthony
    "I strongly recommend Nareg Kandilian for your immigration needs."
    I have worked with several different lawyers for our family’s immigration status changes and I want to tell everyone that Nareg Kandilian was the best of the best.
    - Anonymous

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