How to find naturalization records?
How to find naturalization records?
– Online Naturalization Records. There are many online resources available for researching naturalization records. These online resources include naturalization indexes as well as digital images of naturalization records. – Determining if your Ancestor Naturalized. Before you search for your ancestor’s naturalization records, you should have an idea of when they immigrated to the United States. – Tips for Success. For success in finding naturalization records and obtaining the information desired, remember that there are limitations in naturalization records, exceptions to the naturalization process and search strategies – Exceptions to the Process. There are exceptions to the naturalization process that can determine whether you find a declaration of intention and a petition for your ancestor, or not. – Other Naturalization Topics. Marion L. Smith Women and Naturalization, ca. 1802 – 1940. There are over 150 U.S. naturalization laws that have been enacted since 1790. – Other Resources – FamilySearch Historical Records Collections. ↑ Schaefer, Christina K. Guide to Naturalization Records of the United States (Baltimore, MD: Christina K. Schaefer, 1997).
What are the US naturalization records?
Naturalization Records. Introduction. Naturalization is the process by which an alien becomes an American citizen. These records can provide a researcher with information such as a person’s birth date and location, occupation, immigration year, marital status and spouse information, witnesses’ names and addresses, and more.
What is naturalization court?
The Courts. From the first naturalization law passed by Congress in 1790 through much of the 20th century, an alien could become naturalized in any court of record. Thus, most people went to the court most convenient to them, usually a county court. The names and types of courts vary from State to State.
