Interactive Pathway Flowchart

Visual decision trees for all U.S. citizenship pathways. Hover over nodes for details.

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U.S. Citizenship Pathways Overview

All major pathways to U.S. citizenship at a glance

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Start/Process
Decision
Positive Outcome
Bar/Block
Warning/Check
Birth?Naturalize?YesCheckYesNoYesNoYesNoYes3+ yrs5+ yrsMilitaryPassYesAre you a U.S. Citizen?Born in the U.S.?Born abroad to U.S. citizen parent?Permanent Resident (Green Card)?✓ Citizen at Birth(Jus Soli)Child of diplomat?✗ Not Citizen(Diplomatic Exception)Parent met physical presence?✓ Citizen at Birth(Jus Sanguinis)May seek other pathwaysHow long as LPR?Spouse of Citizen?3-Year TrackStandard Track5-Year ResidenceMilitary ServiceSpecial RulesMeet Requirements:• Physical Presence• Good Moral Character• English/Civics✓ NaturalizedU.S. CitizenUnder 18 with citizen parent?✓ Automatic Citizenship(CCA)

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Disclaimer: This flowchart is a simplified visual representation for educational purposes. Actual citizenship eligibility involves many nuances and exceptions not shown here. Consult USCIS resources and/or an immigration attorney for specific guidance.