What happens if someone applies for naturalization but has spent more than half of the required residency period outside the U.S.?

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trevor steele · Accepted Answer

They may be denied naturalization due to failing the continuous residence and physical presence requirements.

autumn blake · Answer

Long absences (especially over 6 months) can break continuous residence unless strong ties to the U.S. are shown.

cameron miles · Answer

Absences over 1 year without a reentry permit almost always break the residency requirement, forcing them to start over.

vanessa briggs · Answer

They may reapply later after re-establishing sufficient continuous residence inside the U.S.

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