To qualify for U.S. citizenship, the applicant must be age 18 or older at the time of filing for naturalization. Additionally, the applicant must have been a lawful permanent resident (LPR) for at least five years to be eligible for the immigration process of naturalization. Continuous residence as an LPR in the United States is required for at least five years immediately preceding the application date and up to the time of admission to citizenship. The applicant must also be physically present in the U.S. for at least 30 months out of those five years prior to filing. Furthermore, the applicant must have established residence within the jurisdiction of the state or USCIS district for at least three months before filing. Demonstrating good moral character for the five years leading up to the naturalization application and during the administration of the Oath of Allegiance is essential. The applicant should show an attachment to the principles of the U.S. Constitution and a commitment to the well-being of the United States throughout the relevant periods. Lastly, the ability to read, write, speak, and understand English, as well as knowledge of U.S. history and government, is required for U.S. citizenship eligibility.