Extending citizenship to your children. Permanent resident children under the age of eighteen, who are in the legal and physical custody of the naturalizing parents automatically become U.S. citizens when their parents become naturalized.  Children born after naturalization also receive citizenship through jus sanguinis. 

Reuniting families. The privilege of helping immediate relatives (spouses, parents, minor and unmarried children) obtain their visas without extended delay.

Responsibilities of Citizenship

Along with the rights and privileges of citizenship come certain responsibilities, including:

• Give up prior allegiances to other countries.

• Support and defend the Constitution and the laws of the United States.

• Swear allegiance to the United States.

• Serve the United States (e.g., in military service) when required.