United States · Immigration54
Military Naturalization
Current and former members of the U.S. armed forces can naturalize under special provisions — during peacetime after one year of service, and during designated periods of hostility with no minimum service or residence requirement.
Currently available · Editorial record dated 10/20/2026 · Not lawyer review or an eligibility decision. Check current official instructions.
Who this is for
Service members, veterans, and certain members of the Selected Reserve.
Common problems
Service documentation
Form N-426 certification of military service is required for current members; request it early.