The United States has relaxed English language testing requirements for certain older lawful permanent residents applying for citizenship, benefiting thousands of immigrants, including Kenyans.

• Eligible green card holders aged 50 or older with at least 20 years of residency, or aged 55 or older with at least 15 years of residency, are exempt from the English test.
• The change was published by the United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS).
• Applicants still need to pass the civics test, though those 65 and older may receive special consideration.