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FOUR EASY STEPS TO VOTE

II. Find Your Polling Place

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III. Be prepared

Many states require some form of ID when you vote, usually ranging a student ID to a utility bill. Only three states -- Indiana, Georgia, Florida -- require a photo ID every time that you vote. Make sure you're prepared before you head to the polls. Keep in mind that the requirements may be different if it's your first time voting.

Click here for a state by state breakdown of ID requirements.

IIII. Don't leave without voting

You might find that when you get the polls a poll worker tells you your name isn't on the voter lists. Don't worry! If for some reason this happens, you can still vote with a provisional ballot. Here's a simple rule of thumb: if you get to the polls, don't leave without voting.

If you do cast a provisional ballot instead of a normal one, you'll probably need to follow up with the election authorities to prove that you are qualified to vote. Ask the poll-worker for instructions on how you can do so, or contact your Secretary of State's office. 

Immigration and citizenship issues

I have applied for citizenship but still I have not heard any answers what should I do?

ANSWER

What if Im not a citizen what should i do?

ANSWER

Most people become US citizens through one of the following ways:

• Born in the United States or its territories;
• Born outside the US but to US citizen parents;
• Adopted by a US citizen before turning 18;
• Naturalization

Eligibility Requirements for Naturalization

To become a naturalized US citizen, you must meet several general requirements including age, residence, presence, moral character, English language, U.S. history, etc. Below is a list of basic requirements for naturalization, for more details please download USCIS Guide to Naturalization:

• You are a lawful permanent resident (green card holder);
• You have resided in the US as a LPR for at least 5 years, with no single absence from the US of more than one year;
• You have been physically present in the US for at least half of the last 5 years (30 months). Absence of more than 6 months may restart the clock of counting continuity;
• You have resided in a state for at least 3 months;
• You must be 18 years of age or older;
• You must be a person of good moral character (certain crimes such as aggravated felony, drug related, gambling offenses, prostitution, etc. will most likely disqualify an applicant);
• You can read, write, speak and understand basic English;
• You have a basic knowledge of US history and government (see test questions);
• You must show attachment to the principles of the Constitution;

How to Apply for Naturalization

To apply for citizenship:

• Make sure you meet all eligibility requirement;
• Download Form N-400, Application for Naturalization;
• Fill out Form N-400 completely;
• Take two standard passport photos;
• Assemble all supporting documents (copies of green card, ;
• Send the application including fees to the service center;
• Receive a fingerprint appointment notice;
• Get your fingerprints taken for FBI fingerprint check;
• Wait for FBI name check to clear;
• Receive an interview notice;
• Attend the interview, bring all documents required by USCIS;
• Answer questions, under oath, related to your naturalization application;
• Take the English and civics tests during the interview;
• Receive a decision after the interview: Granted (approval), Continued (on hold), or Denied.
• If approved, you will receive a notice to attend a naturalization ceremony;
• Check in at the ceremony and return your green card to USCIS;
• Take the Oath of Allegiance to the United States;
• Receive your Certificate of Naturalization and become a US citizen.