Kans.. where he will complete his work July 1 of this year. Kansas has a law. as do many other States. which prohibit a medical doctor from practicing unless he holds valid citizenship. Under the general provisions of the Immigration and Nationality Act. an immigrant alien must reside in the United States for 5 years after such admission before applying for naturalization. Dr. Mestas was admitted to the United States for permanent residence on May 24. 1966. While the Immigration Service is sympathetic to Dr. Mestas situation. time spent in this country as a nonimmigrant or Cuban refugee may not be credited toward accumulating the required period of residency Under the terms of Public Law 89732. Dr. Mestas day of entry would be placed at May 2. 1964.
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