The Constitution and laws of the United To become a U.S. citizen you must take States give many rights to both citizens
the Oath of Allegiance. The oath includes
and non-citizens living in the United
several promises you make when
States. However, some rights are only for you become a U.S. citizen, including 2
citizens, such as:
promises to:
• Voting. Only U.S. citizens can vote
• Give up all prior allegiance to any other
in Federal elections. Most States
nation or sovereignty;
also restrict the right to vote, in most
elections, to U.S. citizens.
• Swear allegiance to the United States;
• Bringing family members to the