The Northern Virginia doctor knows at least that much about his situation.
But what Sobhani has experienced this year after trying to renew his passport is uniquely unmooring.
Instead, at the age of 61, he lost what he had held since he was an infant: U.S. citizenship.
The letter directed Sobhani to a website where he could apply for lawful permanent residence.
So when you’re told after 61 years, ‘Oh there was a mistake, you’re no longer a U.S. citizen,’ it’s really, really shocking.”.
He added, “Our office is respectfully requesting all possible consideration in expediting this case in accordance with U.S. laws and regulations.”.
Sobhani said he hopes his citizenship will be restored within six months, but he has no idea if that’s a realistic expectation. »
