Can I Lose My Green Card if My Citizenship Is Denied?

The short answer: not necessarily, but…

Nope, getting your U.S. citizenship denied does not automatically mean you lose your green card. You can continue to live and work in the U.S. as a lawful permanent resident.

However — and this is a big however — it depends why your naturalization was denied. That “why” can change everything.

Reasons citizenship applications get denied

There are many reasons the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) might say “nope” to a naturalization request. Some are relatively harmless. Others? Not so much.

Harmless (but still frustrating) reasons

• Didn’t pass the civics or English test (don’t beat yourself up, it happens)

• Didn’t meet the residency requirements (maybe too many trips abroad?)

• Filed too early before the 5-year (or 3-year) mark

• Forgot to include documents or filled out a form wrong

In these cases? You usually just fix the issue and reapply later. No green card risk.

Serious reasons that raise red flags

• Committed a crime (yep, even some misdemeanors can be a problem)

• Lied on your application (don’t do this — USCIS will find out)

• Discovered fraud in your green card process (uh-oh)

• Owing back taxes or child support (yikes)

In cases like these, USCIS might dig deeper. Like way deeper. And this is where things can get messy.

When denial can lead to green card trouble

Okay, here’s the real deal: your green card is based on the assumption that you’re eligible for permanent residence. But if USCIS, during your citizenship review, finds out that you should never have gotten that green card in the first place — then yes, they can start removal proceedings.

Examples where things can snowball

• Let’s say you lied during your original green card interview. That lie comes out during your citizenship process. Boom — denial and possible deportation.

• Or maybe you claimed to be single to get your green card, but you were secretly married. USCIS catches it. That’s fraud = potential green card loss.

Scary? Yeah. But if your record is clean and honest, a denial isn’t the end of the world.

Real story: my cousin’s naturalization mess

So, my cousin Mike (not his real name, obvs) applied for naturalization after 6 years as a green card holder. He forgot about a misdemeanor from back in his early twenties — some silly shoplifting thing from college. USCIS flagged it. Denied the application.

But guess what? He kept his green card. He hired a lawyer, fixed his records, waited 2 years, then applied again. Passed with flying colors. Moral of the story: denial ≠ deportation. But you gotta be transparent and careful.

What to do if your application is denied

Don’t panic — but do take action.

Step 1: Read the denial letter carefully

USCIS will explain exactly why you were denied. Some reasons are fixable, others may need legal help.

Step 2: Talk to an immigration attorney

Seriously. Even if you think it’s a small issue. A lawyer can tell you if your green card is at risk and what your next steps should be.

Step 3: Consider filing Form N-336

This is a request for a hearing to appeal the denial. But it’s time-sensitive (60 days!) and not always the best move unless you really think the decision was wrong.

Final thoughts: denial is not doom

So, can you lose your green card if your citizenship is denied? Technically yes — but only in specific cases where there’s something shady (or incorrect) in your immigration history.

If your application was denied for something minor? Breathe. Reapply later. Just be honest, be prepared, and stay on top of your paperwork.

Because yeah, the immigration system can feel like a maze — but you’re not lost in it yet.

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