Is my child considered a US person ?
A child born abroad to one U.S. citizen parent and one alien parent acquires U.S. citizenship at birth under Section 301(g) of the INA provided the U.S. citizen parent was physically present in the United States or one of its outlying possessions for the time period required by the law applicable at the time of the child’s birth.
Your child may be considered a US citizen if you meet the following requirements:
- One of your parents was a US citizen when you were born.
- The parent who is a US citizen has lived at least five years in the US before you were born.
- The parent who is a U.S. citizen must have lived in the US for at least two of those five years following his/her fourteenth birthday.
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Written by Linda Mabelis
General Manager & Partner
Linda Mabelis is the General Manager and Owner at Americans Overseas, dedicated to helping individuals find the right tax attorney for their unique situations. With extensive work experience and a deep understanding of the complexities facing Americans Overseas, Linda is committed to providing personalized and effective solutions.
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