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The Facts of U.S. Citizenship

Rights and Privileges of U.S. Citizenship

us citizenshipAcquisition of U.S. Citizenship is a unique and complex process and the application for U.S. citizenship is granted depending on the existing circumstances of the individual applicant.

When an individual is conferred U.S. citizenship, the person can now exercise the rights and privileges of a US citizen that include the right to study, to work, to vote, to travel, to petition family members to immigrate in the US and to live permanently without fear of being deported.

 

U.S. Citizenship by birth

For children born of US father and mother regardless of the place of birth are US citizens. Likewise, if the child is born by a US father or mother outside of the country, the child automatically acquires U.S. citizenship. The child is a natural born US citizen by birth.

Derivative citizenship

In the same manner, a child acquires U.S. citizenship derived from the ascendant by operation of law. This is called “derivative citizenship.” The children of naturalized U.S. citizens acquire derivative citizenship automatically. When parents become naturalized U.S. citizens, their minor children (age below 18) with green cards become US citizens by application of existing laws.

Naturalization

Aliens aspiring to become U.S. citizens must apply for naturalization. This is the process intended for aliens to acquire U.S. citizenship. For this purpose, aliens living in the US, must first have a green card (Permanent Resident) and comply with all other requirements prescribed under the Immigration and Nationality Act or INA.

The website of US Citizenships

The laws governing U.S. citizenship, has been changed several times. It is wise to know the law governing U.S. citizenship at the time of birth of the child. For more information and guidelines, you can visit our website at www.usacitizenships.com. The periods that have introduced significant changes to U.S. citizenship are the following:

  1. The date prior to May 24, 1934;
  2. From May 25, 1934 to January 12, 1941;
  3. From January 13, 1941 to December 23, 1952;
  4. From December 24, 1952 to November 13, 1986;
  5. From November 14, 1986 up to the present.

Naturalization of Parents; Effects

When a parent becomes a naturalized citizen, his or her children may derive U.S. citizenship automatically, provided that:

  1. the child or children are green card holders;
  2. the age bracket must be below 18 years old; and
  3. the child or children are living with the parents at the time of acquisition of U.S. Citizenship.

Where to find immigration and U.S. citizenship solutions: Look for USA Citizenships

USA citizenships website provide extensive discussion and information about U.S. Citizenship qualifications and disqualifications and related Immigration questions. You can talk personally to our immigration lawyers. Log on and register to www.usacitizenships.com or call (888) 940-0044 for free.

 

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