Notice: No Citizenship Classes (December 9 – January 5)

Become a Citizen
(Eligibility Requirements)

Free Citizenship Assistance
If you’re looking to apply for Citizenship. Here’s what you’ll need:
1. Valid California ID
2. Green Card: LPR Card
3. Social Security Card
4. Passport or Birth Certificate
5. Last 3 Years of Tax Returns
6. Last 5 Years of Addresses of where you have lived
7. Last 5 Years of Places where you have worked
8. Last 5 Years of Trips Outside the US for (more than 24hrs)
9. Info about your Spouse or Ex-Spouse (Name, Birthday, Place of Birth, Address, Date of Marriage and Divorce date)
10. Info about your Spouse or Ex-Spouse(Name, Birthday, Place of Birth, Address, Date of Marriage and Divorce date)
11. Info about all your kids (Name, Birthday, Place of Birth, Address, Biological or Adopted Child)
12. Any Record of Citations & Courts Cases
13.Notification of action (Medi-Cal, etc.)
Virtual classes are available on Zoom
– 10 AM-11:30 AM Spanish
Flyer from OCCORD promoting free citizenship classes with details on dates, times, locations, cities, and languages. Classes include virtual sessions on Zoom in Spanish, as well as in-person sessions at Anaheim Central Library in Anaheim, California, and Saint Matthews Church in Orange, California. The flyer features a table with schedules: Tuesday Zoom classes from 10 AM to 11:30 AM (Spanish), Wednesday in-person classes from 5:30 PM to 7 PM (English only), Thursday walk-ins from 1 PM to 5 PM and evening classes from 6 PM to 8 PM (bilingual), and Friday walk-ins from 1 PM to 5 PM (bilingual). Contact information is provided with a phone number (714-621-0919 ext. 6), and Zoom links can be accessed through OCCORD’s website.
Please fill out the Intake Form Below to see if you qualify:
If you need help filling out this form, contact our Citizenship Team
If you would like to volunteer and assist click here:

Citizenship Contact: (714)621-0919 ext:6

Kelly
(714)621-0919 ext:17

Citizenship Stories

This is Rosa Isela. At 46, she recently became a U.S. Citizen after 30 years in CA. Sharing her immigration journey, she credited OCCORD’s #Citizenship classes for her success. Initially nervous about applying, she doubted her readiness and feared rejection. Now, she proudly advocates for citizenship, emphasizing its significance for non-citizens.”

-Citizenship Applicant

Citizenship Stories

Meet Petra, a beacon of determination! With OCCORD’s support, she recently became a US citizen. Despite hurdles, Petra persisted, now extending aid to her cousin’s family in Texas. Her journey underscores the power of perseverance. We’re honored to have contributed to Petra’s success and wish her family all the best. Petra’s story is a testament to the potential achievable with dedication and assistance.”

-Citizenship Applicant

Citizenship Stories

“ Meet Brigitte Johanna, a testament to determination! With the guidance of her teacher Kelly Querijero, she recently passed her Citizenship test. Brigitte emphasizes the significance of citizenship, enabling her to vote for her country’s betterment. Her newfound status opens doors for better job opportunities for her children and family and allows her to petition for her husband in Tijuana. Brigitte expresses gratitude for the support received and looks forward to future opportunities.”

-Citizenship Applicant

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