 TITLE: Do Credit Cards Require Citizenship? CONTENT: What You'll Need to Apply\n-------------------------\nFor the most part, the application process will be the same regardless of your citizenship status. You can often fill out and submit the application online in a few minutes, and it may ask for your:\n*   Name and date of birth\n*   U.S. address\n*   Contact information\n*   SSN or ITIN\n*   Citizenship status\n*   Country of citizenship\n*   Employment status and income\n*   Monthly housing payments\n*   Whether you have a bank account\nIf you're applying with a foreign passport, you may need your passport number and visa information. You also likely won't be able to apply online.\nOnce you submit your application, you could receive a response within a few minutes. If your application isn't approved right away, you can call the credit card issuer to ask why. Your application may have been denied, in which case you could try for a different card. Or, the company may need additional information or documents before making a decision. END