Do H-1B status days count toward the 5-year US naturalization law limit?
"has resided continuously as a lawful permanent resident in the U.S. for at least 5 years prior to filing with no single absence from the United States of more than one year;"
If I resided in the US as a H1-B holder or TN-1 visa holder, do these days count towards the requirement?
Answer:
Hello,
Unfortunately, it does not count as it is temporary not permanent. Green Card is permanent. So once you get a green card , then after 5 years...
If you are without a green card , your step would be to get a green card first,
if you have a green card, then wait it out for 5 years. Although, green card holders get almost the same benifits as naturalized citizens.
I would suggest you talk to an immigration expert though. They would be your best bet since each case is different. Most firms offer consultation at no cost. I have been in touch with PrimeLawCenters these past 2 years and they have never let me down. Check them out, they would definately be able to advice you what to do.
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No it does not. You pretty much answered your own questions. "resided continuously as a Lawful Permanent Resident" Not as H1B or TN, these status are temporary and do not have the same privileges as the permanent resident.
No, but you can apply for adjustment of status, usually, after a period of time. Go to uscis.gov
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