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please sir
since 2007 i am making research to know how a non-citizen who does not live in usa could join the us armed forces. I would like it because here is corruption in my country. So my questions are:
what can non-citizen of usa can join us armed forces?
condditions for immigration.
Sincerely yours

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Talking to a recruiter I know he says it is difficult. Depending on the country you're from it could be very difficult. You essentially need to already qualify for immigration to the USA before they will admit you into the US Army. Not knowing what country or anything like that makes it more difficult than that to direct you in the right path. goarmy.com is the recruiting website and they have limited resources for you there, but you can also ask them a question about it and they will give you a more detailed answer once you supply them with personal data. Sorry I couldn't be more helpful and good luck in your quest.

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