U.S. citizenship is obtained by birth, by derivation or by naturalization.
U.S. citizens may live and work in the U.S. permanently and cannot lose that status through extended travel abroad. Citizens have many benefits and privileges, including the right to vote in U.S. elections, and may petition for permanent resident status for their parents, spouses, children and siblings.
Requirements
- Generally, 5 years in permanent resident status. Three years may be sufficient for those married to U.S. citizens.
- Generally, physical presence, continuity of residence and good moral character.
- Satisfactory exam results in U.S. government, history and civics, as well as the ability to speak, read and write English. Some exceptions to the testing requirements exist based on age and duration of permanent residency, as well as medical limitations.
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