I need to know so anything would be helpful!!!!
2006-09-05 09:39:34 · 10 answers · asked by ? 2 in Politics & Government ➔ Immigration
• Showing your patriotism. Becoming a citizen is a way to demonstrate your commitment to your new country.
• Voting. Only citizens can vote in federal elections.
• Serving on a jury. Only U.S. citizens can serve on a jury. Serving on a jury is an important responsibility for U.S. citizens.
• Traveling with a U.S. passport. A U.S. passport enables you to get assistance from the U.S. government when overseas, if necessary.
• Bringing family members to the U.S. U.S. citizens generally get priority when petitioning to bring family members permanently to this country.
• Obtaining citizenship for children born abroad. In most cases, a child born abroad to a U.S. citizen is automatically a U.S. citizen.
• Becoming eligible for federal jobs. Certain jobs with government agencies require U.S. citizenship.
• Becoming an elected official. Many elected offices in this country require U.S. citizenship.
• Meeting tax requirements. Tax requirements may be different for U.S. citizens and permanent residents.
• Keeping your residency. A U.S. citizen’s right to remain in the United States cannot be taken away.
• Becoming eligible for federal grants and scholarships. Many financial aid grants, including college scholarships and funds given by the government for specific purposes, are available only to U.S. citizens.
• Obtaining government benefits. Some government benefits are available only to U.S. citizens.
2006-09-05 09:47:32 · answer #1 · answered by ibelieve 4 · 0⤊ 3⤋
As supposed to what? a resident Alien?
If that is the question then, loving this country and what it stands for is the only possible answer. As there are no legal benefits and a myriad of tax related issues the new citizen exposes himself to.
2006-09-05 16:43:39 · answer #2 · answered by Eli 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
The only reason to become a US citizen is that you would have the right to vote and to hold public office.
2006-09-05 16:41:19 · answer #3 · answered by kathy p 3 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Probably living free without laws and culture restrictions.
Also some areas like the desert or arctic regions have VERY harsh climates which most people would find unfavourable.
2006-09-05 16:41:42 · answer #4 · answered by Zach 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
The job opportunities and just being able to live here in general.
My parents both became citizens because their jobs moved here and I think thats why most come, for jobs and money and the opportunities.
2006-09-05 16:47:23 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 2⤋
Freedom of speech,thought,religion.
2006-09-09 16:21:48 · answer #6 · answered by ? 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
How about because you love this country and want to be a part of it?
2006-09-05 16:42:37 · answer #7 · answered by DAR 7 · 2⤊ 0⤋
you Will be able to vote and you can travel w/ USA passport and you also can bring close family to the USA to live w/ you
2006-09-05 16:45:47 · answer #8 · answered by EVY 3 · 0⤊ 1⤋
yeah so we can get money and a life here
2006-09-05 17:03:01 · answer #9 · answered by angel 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
MONEY! lol
2006-09-05 16:43:21 · answer #10 · answered by gokart121 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋