The United States Immigration Service
Citizenship: an overview
A citizen of the United States is a native-born, foreign born or naturalized person who is entitled to its protection. As a citizen, you get unique rights and privileges which include the right to vote, having a US passport, the US government’s protection when abroad and the right to petition for green cards for your children and close relatives. AS a Us citizen, you cannot be deported or lose your citizenship even if you commit a crime or choose to live elsewhere in the world.