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Naturalization for Spouses of U.S. Citizens Employed Abroad
A permanent resident whose U.S. citizen spouse works abroad for the U.S. government, the military, a qualifying American company, or certain other employers may naturalize without meeting the normal residence and physical-presence requirements.
Currently available · Editorial record dated 10/20/2026 · Not lawyer review or an eligibility decision. Check current official instructions.
Who this is for
Green Card holders married to a U.S. citizen who is stationed or employed abroad by a qualifying employer, when the applicant will join the spouse abroad and return to live in the U.S.
Common problems
Employer qualification
The statute lists specific employer types; confirm the spouse’s employer fits before filing.