naturalization

Cultural  

1. The process by which a foreign citizen becomes a citizen of a new country. Millions of immigrants to the United States have become American citizens. Requirements for naturalization in the United States include residency for several years, ability to communicate in English, demonstrated knowledge of American history and government, and a dedication to American values that includes no membership in subversive organizations, such as the Communist party.

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Example Sentences

The Constitution gives Congress the power to “establish a uniform rule of naturalization.”

From Los Angeles Times

First, people registering to vote would be asked to show proof of U.S. citizenship, such as a passport, birth certificate or naturalization document.

From The Wall Street Journal

The form for the second person on the list bore the initials of a member of her staff, who’d helped the man register — at his naturalization ceremony.

From Salon

Article I, Section 8 gives Congress the authority to establish a “uniform rule of naturalization,” and the Supreme Court has long held that federal authority over immigration is “plenary”—sweeping and essentially exclusive.

From The Wall Street Journal

It provided for the naturalization of immigrants who wished to become citizens and passport control services at ports of entry.

From The Wall Street Journal