For more detailed information about this requirement in particular, and processing in general, please read the article titled The Naturalization Process , also on this site. Oath of Allegiance To become a citizen, one must take the oath of allegiance. In certain instances, where the applicant establishes that he or she is opposed to any type of service in armed forces based on religious teaching or belief, INS will permit these applicants to take a modified oath. There are also exceptions for lawful permanent residents married to U.S. citizens stationed or employed abroad. This form should be completed in accordance with the instructions provided and should be accompanied by 2 photographs of the child, copies of any documents that verify eligibility, and the required filing fee to be considered complete and ready to process.
Children born abroad of U.S. citizen parents derive citizenship from their parents.
The Certificate of Citizenship is merely a record of citizenship - it does not confer citizenship on an applicant. Adopted children of citizen parents acquire citizenship. However, adopted children over 18 must file an N-400. For answers to more specific questions regarding naturalization of children, please contact your local INS office. Veterans of U.S. Armed Forces Certain applicants who have served in the U.S. Armed Forces are eligible to file for naturalization based on current or prior U.S. military service.