Naturalisation is the process by which a foreign citizen or national acquires the citizenship or nationality of a new country. The process of naturalisation typically involves meeting certain requirements, such as residency, language proficiency, and knowledge of the new country’s history and government. Once the requirements are met, the applicant must typically take an oath of allegiance to the new country.
There are many reasons why someone might want to apply for naturalisation. Some people want to become citizens of their new country because they feel a sense of belonging and connection to the country and its people. Others want to naturalise so that they can have the same rights and privileges as citizens, such as the right to vote, run for office, and hold certain jobs. Still others want to naturalise so that they can travel more easily or live in the new country permanently.