Personally I never understood being a permanent resident. If you love this country enoigh to stay here permanently, why not become a citizen?
Personally I never understood being a permanent resident. If you love this country enoigh to stay here permanently, why not become a citizen?
Simple answer : It takes about 3-5 years to get your citizenship depending on your personal situation.
I still have to wait one year before I can file and believe me I will.
I have to give my orginal citizenship for this .
Colorado is my home and I am proud to live in this country.
This why I was so shocked .I am also a Fire Fighter and try to do my best to serve my community.
Also as I said a permanent resident needs to have a clean record at any time.
Legal issues which are forgiven for US Citizens can lead into immediate deportation for permanenty residents.
I'm glad you feel that way, and I'm proud that you are seeking to become a citizen. I personally know people who will never give up their status elsewhere to become a U.S. citizen. My comment was a general one, I hope I didn't wrongly offend you.
But private business owners still have the right to set their rules and unfortunately this one applies to you. There are other places that will sell to you though.