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One of the premiere guides to originalNew York naturalizations records is ''[http://www.archives.nysed.gov/a/research/res_topics_gen_naturalization.shtml New York State Archives Information Leaflet #6]'', which is available online. | One of the premiere guides to originalNew York naturalizations records is ''[http://www.archives.nysed.gov/a/research/res_topics_gen_naturalization.shtml New York State Archives Information Leaflet #6]'', which is available online. | ||
== Colonial == | === Colonial === | ||
Between 1664 and 1708 aliens occasionally sought British citizenship through the King of England or by a special act of Parliament. The Governor of New York or a deputy could also grant a letter of denization (similar to naturalization). Because the process was quite costly, most immigrants did not apply. <br> | Between 1664 and 1708 aliens occasionally sought British citizenship through the King of England or by a special act of Parliament. The Governor of New York or a deputy could also grant a letter of denization (similar to naturalization). Because the process was quite costly, most immigrants did not apply. <br> | ||
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*Scott, Kenneth and Kenn Stryker-Rodda,''Denizations, Naturalizations, and Oaths of Allegiance in Colonial New York'' (Baltimore, Maryland: Genealogical Publishing Company, 1975). On [http://search.ancestry.com/search/db.aspx?dbid=49120 Ancestry.com] ($); [http://www.worldcat.org/oclc/33188608 At various libraries]; {{FHL|194502|item|disp=FHL book 974.7 P4sc}} | *Scott, Kenneth and Kenn Stryker-Rodda,''Denizations, Naturalizations, and Oaths of Allegiance in Colonial New York'' (Baltimore, Maryland: Genealogical Publishing Company, 1975). On [http://search.ancestry.com/search/db.aspx?dbid=49120 Ancestry.com] ($); [http://www.worldcat.org/oclc/33188608 At various libraries]; {{FHL|194502|item|disp=FHL book 974.7 P4sc}} | ||
== 1790-1906 == | === 1790-1906 === | ||
After 1790, aliens could declare their intention to become citizens and later be naturalized in any court of record. Most naturalizations took place in the county courts of common pleas, but they were also recorded in city, mayors', district, and other courts. After 1906, naturalizations were usually handled by the county supreme courts and district courts. | After 1790, aliens could declare their intention to become citizens and later be naturalized in any court of record. Most naturalizations took place in the county courts of common pleas, but they were also recorded in city, mayors', district, and other courts. After 1906, naturalizations were usually handled by the county supreme courts and district courts. | ||
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*Scott, Kenneth and Roseanne Conway, ''New York Alien Residents, 1825-1848'' (Baltimore: Genealogical Publishing Co., Inc., 1978). [http://www.worldcat.org/search?q=ti%3ANew+York+Alien+Residents%2C+1825-1848&qt=advanced&dblist=638 At various libraries]; {{FHL|88055|item|disp=FHL book 974.7 R2s}} - Gives details from the depositions, including counties of residence, and can be used as an index to finding declarations in this time period. | *Scott, Kenneth and Roseanne Conway, ''New York Alien Residents, 1825-1848'' (Baltimore: Genealogical Publishing Co., Inc., 1978). [http://www.worldcat.org/search?q=ti%3ANew+York+Alien+Residents%2C+1825-1848&qt=advanced&dblist=638 At various libraries]; {{FHL|88055|item|disp=FHL book 974.7 R2s}} - Gives details from the depositions, including counties of residence, and can be used as an index to finding declarations in this time period. | ||
Registration of Aliens<br> From 1798 to 1828 an "Alien Report and Registry" was required of all aliens. Each alien was to gave details on when and where they arrived, and sometimes names of family members. The Alien report was a Federal requirement and the records do not always survive. In New York State some counties (notably St. Lawrence) maintained separate registers of Alien Reports, but in most cases if the report survived, it is included as a loose paper with the Declaration of Intention or in the court minutes.<br> | '''Registration of Aliens'''<br> From 1798 to 1828 an "Alien Report and Registry" was required of all aliens. Each alien was to gave details on when and where they arrived, and sometimes names of family members. The Alien report was a Federal requirement and the records do not always survive. In New York State some counties (notably St. Lawrence) maintained separate registers of Alien Reports, but in most cases if the report survived, it is included as a loose paper with the Declaration of Intention or in the court minutes.<br> | ||
Fifty percent of Kenneth Scott’s British Aliens in the United States During the War of 1812, (Baltimore: Genealogical Publishing Co., Inc., 1979), pp. 58-241. [http://search.ancestry.com/search/db.aspx?dbid=49091 On Ancestry.com]; {{FHL|78653|item|disp=FHL book 973 W4s}} – contains for New York residents. While the individuals who registered under a Federal law of 6 July 1812 were not yet citizens, the registration told where they lived, how long they had been in the United States, and other details. It can be used to tell an ancestor’s citizenship status and where he might have been naturalized. <br> | Fifty percent of Kenneth Scott’s British Aliens in the United States During the War of 1812, (Baltimore: Genealogical Publishing Co., Inc., 1979), pp. 58-241. [http://search.ancestry.com/search/db.aspx?dbid=49091 On Ancestry.com]; {{FHL|78653|item|disp=FHL book 973 W4s}} – contains for New York residents. While the individuals who registered under a Federal law of 6 July 1812 were not yet citizens, the registration told where they lived, how long they had been in the United States, and other details. It can be used to tell an ancestor’s citizenship status and where he might have been naturalized. <br> | ||
=== How to Find Naturalization Records === | |||
==== Websites ==== | |||
:*{{RecordSearch|1840491|New York, Eastern District Naturalization Petitions, 1865-1957}} | |||
:*{{RecordSearch|1840501|New York, Southern District Index to Petitions for Naturalization, 1824-1941}} | |||
:*{{RecordSearch|1840493|New York, Southern District Naturalization Index, 1917-1950}} | |||
:*{{RecordsSearch|1854307|New York, Western District, Naturalization Index, 1907-1966}} | |||
:*[http://search.ancestry.com/Places/US/New-York/Default.aspx?category=40 Ancestry.com] - ($), has several US and New York naturalization indexes | |||
:*[http://www.italiangen.org/databaselist.stm Italiangen.org] - Free, includes indexes to naturalization records in New York City and other New York counties covering various years. | |||
:*[http://www.germanroots.com/newyork.html Online Searchable New York Naturalization Indexes and Records] - Links to free and paid websites for online New York naturalization indexes and records covering various years. | |||
:*[http://www.naturalizationrecords.com/usa/ny_onlinedb.shtml Olive Tree Genealogy] - Links to free and paid websites for online New York naturalization indexes and records covering various years. | |||
The Family History Library has microfilmed naturalizations for nearly all New York counties from the 1790s to 1906. The records for some counties were filmed to the 1930s. These are usually listed in the Family History Library Catalog Place Search under: | The Family History Library has microfilmed naturalizations for nearly all New York counties from the 1790s to 1906. The records for some counties were filmed to the 1930s. These are usually listed in the Family History Library Catalog Place Search under: | ||
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Eastern District: 1865-1957<br> (Consisting of Kings, Richmond, Queens, Nassau, and Suffolk Counties)<br>Southern District: 1824-1959<br>(Consisting of Manhattan, Bronx, and Westchester Counties)<br>Nassau County Supreme Court: 1899-1989<br>Suffolk County Supreme Court: 1865-1981<br>Bronx Borough Supreme Court:1914-1952<br>Queens Borough Supreme Court: 1906-1957<br>Clinton County:1865-1906<br>Essex County:1836-1906<br>Northern County<br>Richmond Naturalization<br>Trenton Naturalization Index NY<br>United States Circuit Court for the Southern District Court<br>Alien Statements<br>Western District<br>Military Naturalizations<br> | Eastern District: 1865-1957<br> (Consisting of Kings, Richmond, Queens, Nassau, and Suffolk Counties)<br>Southern District: 1824-1959<br>(Consisting of Manhattan, Bronx, and Westchester Counties)<br>Nassau County Supreme Court: 1899-1989<br>Suffolk County Supreme Court: 1865-1981<br>Bronx Borough Supreme Court:1914-1952<br>Queens Borough Supreme Court: 1906-1957<br>Clinton County:1865-1906<br>Essex County:1836-1906<br>Northern County<br>Richmond Naturalization<br>Trenton Naturalization Index NY<br>United States Circuit Court for the Southern District Court<br>Alien Statements<br>Western District<br>Military Naturalizations<br> | ||
==== United States Citizenship and Immigration Services | ==== United States Citizenship and Immigration Services - Post 1906 ==== | ||
The [http://www.uscis.gov/portal/site/uscis United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS)] has instituted the [http://www.uscis.gov/portal/site/uscis/menuitem.eb1d4c2a3e5b9ac89243c6a7543f6d1a/?vgnextchannel=d21f3711ca5ca110VgnVCM1000004718190aRCRD&vgnextoid=d21f3711ca5ca110VgnVCM1000004718190aRCRD Genealogy Program] for public access to all records from 1906 to 1956 created by this agency, formerly Immigration and Naturalization Service (INS). Review the [http://www.uscis.gov/portal/site/uscis/menuitem.5af9bb95919f35e66f614176543f6d1a/?vgnextoid=3e0c69a3a0331110VgnVCM1000000ecd190aRCRD&vgnextchannel=d21f3711ca5ca110VgnVCM1000004718190aRCRD Genealogy Frequently Asked Questions website] to expedite your order and ensure success for your request. | The [http://www.uscis.gov/portal/site/uscis United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS)] has instituted the [http://www.uscis.gov/portal/site/uscis/menuitem.eb1d4c2a3e5b9ac89243c6a7543f6d1a/?vgnextchannel=d21f3711ca5ca110VgnVCM1000004718190aRCRD&vgnextoid=d21f3711ca5ca110VgnVCM1000004718190aRCRD Genealogy Program] for public access to all records from 1906 to 1956 created by this agency, formerly Immigration and Naturalization Service (INS). Review the [http://www.uscis.gov/portal/site/uscis/menuitem.5af9bb95919f35e66f614176543f6d1a/?vgnextoid=3e0c69a3a0331110VgnVCM1000000ecd190aRCRD&vgnextchannel=d21f3711ca5ca110VgnVCM1000004718190aRCRD Genealogy Frequently Asked Questions website] to expedite your order and ensure success for your request. | ||
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