naturalization procedure
[ˌnætʃərəlaɪˈzeɪʃən prəˈsɛdʒər]
nounfemininepl: naturalization procedures / procedimentos de naturalização
procedimento de naturalização
1. The legal process by which a foreign national acquires citizenship of a new country
The naturalization procedure requires applicants to pass a civics test and demonstrate English proficiency.
O procedimento de naturalização exige que os candidatos passem em um teste de conhecimentos cívicos e demonstrem proficiência em português.
2. The formal administrative steps and requirements that must be completed to become a citizen
She completed the naturalization procedure after living in the country for five years.
Ela completou o procedimento de naturalização após viver no país por cinco anos.
3. The bureaucratic process involving application, background checks, interviews, and oath-taking
The naturalization procedure involves multiple stages and can take several months.
O procedimento de naturalização envolve múltiplas etapas e pode levar vários meses.
In the United States, the naturalization procedure is a significant milestone and is often celebrated with formal swearing-in ceremonies. In Brazil, naturalization is less common due to jus soli (birthright citizenship) laws, but the procedure exists for foreign nationals seeking Brazilian citizenship. The process typically requires proof of residency, language proficiency, and civic knowledge.
Related Idioms & Phrases
to go through the naturalization procedure
to complete the naturalization procedure
to apply for naturalization
to be eligible for naturalization
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