A person becomes a citizen by being born in the U.S., by being born abroad to parents who are citizens, or by naturalization. Obtaining citizenship through naturalization requires that the citizen meet certain eligibility requirements , present required documentation , and follow specific application procedures . A citizen of the U.S. is accorded a number of benefits not granted to permanent residents.
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To prevent the risk of deportation. If you are or have been convicted of a crime and you are not a citizen, you can be deported. U.S. citizens can not be deported. Unlike permanent residence, citizenship is almost impossible to revoke. To protect your children.