Top 10 Reasons to apply for U.S. Citizenship
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 United States citizenship is one of the most valuable things
that anyone can possess. To become a naturalized United States citizen is one of
the most important choices you can ever make. It is possible to hold more than
one citizenship (dual citizenship). For
example, a Green Card holder holds citizenship of
his or her home country, but is a United States resident (not citizen).
Below are the top 10 reasons to apply for U.S. citizenship. Please visit our
frequently asked questions page for detailed information and download the U.S. Citizenship Information and Application Guide
for application instructions.
- The right to have a United States passport and receive assistance from U.S. Embassies and Consulates when traveling abroad.
- Be able to sponsor family members so they can obtain green cards and legally immigrate to the United States.
- Children of U.S. citizens are
automatically U.S. citizens by birth (in most cases, even if born outside the United States).
- Security from removal (deportation) from the United States,
since a U.S. citizen cannot be deported from the United States.
- The right to live or take long trips outside the United States.
- The right to vote.
- Obtain certain federal jobs.
- An unquestioned right to return to the United States, since citizens cannot
be denied entry.
- The right to apply for certain federal and state benefits.
- No need to renew a Green Card upon expiration.
Download the U.S. Citizenship Application Guide for naturalization instructions.
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