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Certificate of Citizenship: Proof of U.S. Citizenship for Individuals Born Abroad

A Certificate of Citizenship is an official document issued by USCIS to prove U.S. citizenship for individuals born abroad to U.S. parents or those who obtained citizenship through naturalization.

Who Needs a Certificate of Citizenship?

  • Children Born to U.S. Citizens Abroad – If at least one parent is a U.S. citizen.
  • Adopted Children of U.S. Citizens – If citizenship is granted after adoption.
  • Individuals Who Derived Citizenship – Children automatically gaining U.S. citizenship when a parent naturalizes.

How to Apply for a Certificate of Citizenship

  1. File Form N-600 (Application for Certificate of Citizenship) with USCIS.
  2. Provide proof of parental citizenship, birth records, and identity verification.
  3. Pay the required processing fee.

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