How does ine become a citizen select all that apply
- By birth: One becomes a citizen if they are born in a particular country, automatically giving them the citizenship of that country.
- By descent: If one or both parents are citizens of a particular country, the child may acquire citizenship through descent or bloodline.
- By naturalization: This process involves qualifying for and completing the necessary requirements set by the country, such as a residency period, language proficiency, and passing a citizenship test.
- By marriage: In some countries, marrying a citizen may lead to eligibility for citizenship, although each country has specific requirements for this route.
- By adoption: Some countries grant citizenship to individuals who have been adopted by citizens of that country.
- By investment: A few countries offer citizenship or residency to foreign individuals who make a significant investment in their economy, such as purchasing property or investing in businesses (known as economic citizenship).
- By special provisions: Certain countries have specific provisions or programs to grant citizenship to individuals based on exceptional circumstances, such as refugees or stateless individuals.