Rights and Benefits of U.S. Citizenship
If you are originally from another country, but have gained U.S. citizenship, you now have access to almost all the legal rights and opportunities enjoyed by native-born U.S. citizens. For example, you can vote, work for the U.S. government, and petition for other family members to join you in the United States. A few limits are placed on you, however. Learn more here.
Making the Most of Your Rights as a U.S. Citizen
Making the Most of Your Rights as a U.S. Citizen
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Obtaining Proof of U.S. Citizenship
How to get a passport, certificate of citizenship, or other proof of status.
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Can I Move Abroad After Becoming a Naturalized U.S. Citizen?
U.S. citizens enjoy unlimited rights to live in other countries.
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Do I Have to Give Up My Original Passport When I Become a U.S. Citizen?
U.S. immigration authorities will not require you to surrender the passport of your home country upon naturalizing.
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How Becoming a U.S. Citizen Can Help Your Foreign-Born Children Immigrate
U.S. immigration law treats the children of U.S. citizens differently (in fact, better) than the children of lawful permanent residents.
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At What Point in the Naturalization (Citizenship) Process Can I Vote in a U.S. Election?
How soon can a naturalizing U.S. citizen cast a ballot?
Legal Responsibilities As A U.S. Citizen
Legal Responsibilities As A U.S. Citizen
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Dual Citizenship Allowed for Naturalizing U.S. Citizens
If your home country allows dual citizenship, the U.S. will, too.
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Passport Denial for Failure to Pay Child Support
Don't let your travel plans be affected. Pay off child support debts before attempting to obtain a U.S. passport.
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When U.S. Citizens Can Lose Their U.S. Citizenship
Limited circumstances in which someone can lose, or give up, U.S. citizenship.
Losing U.S. Citizenship Through Renunciation or Denaturalization
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When U.S. Citizens Can Lose Their U.S. Citizenship
U.S. citizens (or nationals) can never be stripped of their U.S. citizenship (or nationality), with limited exceptions. Also, they can give citizenship up voluntarily.
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