Many of our friends are planning for migration with some in the midst of application. It seems like the few most popular countries people are opting for are namely Australia, New Zealand and US.
Before our Aussie migration was approved, DH was contemplating on a US citizenship application. It is not surprising why he thinks about that. His close cousins live in California and his youngest brother, in Sans Francisco. Besides, he did his high school and university studies in Arizona.
As with any kind of migration, you need to be sure of your decision and feel comfortable about your chosen destination. Also, migration agents have one advice in common: Apply before laws change! With the advent of internet technology, you can apply for US citizenship online conveniently with guided instructions for new applicants. In case you don't know, it can be an overwhelming and confusing process of becoming a US Citizen but here is a website that presents the important information in a simple and understandable way. Most importantly, you save money on engaging lawyers.
My brother in law is a PR in US while his cousins are now citizens. Let's look at some perks of becoming a US citizen (courtesy of uscitienship.info):
1. The right to vote and obtain certain federal jobs
2. Security from anti-immigrant laws
3. Security from removal
4. The right to live or take long trips outside the United States
5. Special rights and protections when traveling outside the United States
6. An unquestioned right to return to the United States
7. The ability to bring other family members to the United States (faster than you could as a permanent resident)
8. The right to apply for public benefits
9. Cost savings in renewing Green card every 10 years (in fees and time)
10. Pass Citizenship to your children
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