Through naturalization you may still be eligible for citizenship even if you were not born in the United States.  The path to U.S. citizenship is an administrative process that requires you to be a permanent resident within the United States for 5 years (less than 5 years in some cases) and meet the following requirements:

• First, you are at least 18 years old or older at the time of filing your application for citizenship
• Second, be a lawful permanent resident (Green Card holder) for at least 5 years
• Thirdly, demonstrate that you have resided in the state or USCIS district where you are applying for at least 3 months
• Fourth, evidence that you have continuously resided within the United States for at least 5 years immediately preceding the date of filing Form N−400 (Application for Naturalization)
• Next, show that you have been physically present within the United States for at least 30 months out of 5 years immediately preceding the date of filing Form N−400 (Application Naturalization)
• Sixth, prove that you can read, write and speak basic English
• Seventh, demonstrate you have a basic understanding of United States government and history (civics)
• Eight, evidence you are a person of good moral character
• Finally, show an attachment to the principles of the Constitution of the United State