Citizenship Application During Covid

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Extended stays abroad due to COVID-19 may disrupt continuous residence requirements for U.S. Citizenship. Exceptions exist, so consult an immigration attorney for detailed advice.

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If I stayed 7 months out of the country during covid because of border closure can I still apply for citizenship ?
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USA
Hello ****,
In the USA, you need to maintain continuous residence for naturalization. Staying more than 6 months outside may disrupt this. However, exceptions exist due to COVID-*. Please consult an immigration attorney for detailed advice.