Citizenship-and-Naturalization

Citizenship is a unique obligation that unites people in public perceptions and belief in the rights and freedoms guaranteed by the U.S. Constitution.

Deciding to become a U.S. citizen is one of the most important decisions a foreigner can make. Depending on your situation, there may be different ways of obtaining citizenship.

• Naturalization is the process by which U.S. citizenship is granted to a legal resident after meeting the requirements established by Congress in the Immigration Act (INA).
• Acquisition of citizenship is obtained by parents of U.S. citizenship. either at birth or after birth, but before 18 years of age.
• Nationality: Important Legal Guide, engaging in state and local government. Through the national campaign for New Americans, we are also developing and disseminating the best ways to provide access to naturally occurring services.

There are many benefits to being a U.S. citizen — including helping family members move to the United States, traveling with a U.S. passport, and voting in U.S. elections. Millions of legal citizens are eligible for naturalization but need support to take the important step of becoming a U.S. citizen.

The Immigrant Legal Resource Center (ILRC) provides valuable support to immigration agencies. We provide professional training and assistance, publish a leading doctoral dissertation, Environmental Practice, and the U.S.

Basic Differences

Both certificates can be used to prove U.S. citizenship, but they are not the same document. U.S. Citizenship Certificate is issued to a person who acquires or acquires citizenship from birth to U.S. parents. A citizenship certificate, on the other hand, is issued to a person who becomes a citizen by the birth process.

The nationalization process is overseen by USCIS and allows foreigners over the age of 18 to become U.S. citizens. A person born outside the U.S. to parents who are U.S. citizens may be eligible for a Citizenship Certificate.