How can people become United States citizens?

People can become United States citizens through several pathways, one of which is the immigration process. This official procedure allows non-citizens to obtain citizenship after meeting defined criteria, such as residing in the U.S. for a certain number of years, demonstrating good moral character, and passing a citizenship test that covers U.S. history and government.

While being born in the U.S. grants immediate citizenship, and marrying a U.S. citizen can lead to citizenship, these are specific routes. Similarly, moving to the U.S. for work does not directly confer citizenship; it may allow someone to reside in the country but not necessarily become a citizen. The immigration process represents a structured and formal method designed to evaluate applicants and grant them the rights and responsibilities of citizenship once they successfully complete all requirements.