How does one become a citizen select all it apply a person is born in the United States a person of foreign birth is granted citizenship after living in the USA for 5 years a person of foreign burst successfully completes the neutralization process a person marry someone who's already a US citizen
To become a United States citizen, one can satisfy the following conditions:
- A person is automatically considered a citizen if they are born in the United States, regardless of their parents' citizenship status.
- A person of foreign birth can become a citizen by being granted citizenship after living in the USA for 5 years as a lawful permanent resident (green card holder), meeting certain requirements, and passing a citizenship test and interview.
- A person of foreign birth can successfully complete the naturalization process, which involves meeting residency requirements, demonstrating good moral character, passing English and civics tests, and taking the Oath of Allegiance.
- A person can also become a citizen by marrying someone who is already a US citizen, but additional requirements, such as residing with the spouse for a certain period and demonstrating a bona fide marriage, need to be fulfilled.