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What is Dual Citizenship: Dual citizenship means that an individual is a citizen of two countries at the same time. It is also possible to be a citizen of three or more countries. However, every country has its own laws regarding dual citizenship. Some countries allow it; others do not, while some have no particular laws regarding dual citizenship. Dual citizenship is not something that can be applied for. It is a process that happens when a person becomes a citizen of another country, in addition to his or her country of birth. Dual citizenship occurs automatically to some individuals, for example: a child is born in the United States to foreign parents. In this example this child has U.S. Dual Citizenship since the child is automatically a citizen of the United States and a citizen of its parent's home country. The same applies to children of U.S. citizens born abroad where the child is both a U.S. citizen and a citizen of the country of birth.

United States Dual Citizenship: The U.S. government allows dual citizenship. United States law recognizes U.S. Dual Citizenship, but the U.S. government does not encourage it is as a matter of policy due to the problems that may arise from it. It is important to understand that a foreign citizen does NOT lose his or her citizenship when becoming a U.S. citizen. An individual that becomes a U.S. citizen through naturalization may keep his or her original citizenship. However, as some countries do not recognize dual citizenship, it is important to consider it carefully before applying for U.S. citizenship.

Dual citizenship is a complex issue and it is important that you understand that there also obligations and not only benefits that comes with being a dual citizen. Being a citizen of two countries means that you need to obey the laws of both countries, including paying taxes and serving in the military (if required by any of the countries). The "United States Dual Citizenship Guide" explains these issues in detail.

US Citizenship Applications: It is highly recommended that any individual that considers applying for US citizenship also reads the "United States Dual Citizenship Guide". The "United States Dual Citizenship Guide" is an additional information guide, but it does not contain specific information on how to apply for US citizenship. For U.S. citizenship application requirements and procedures you should download the "U.S. Citizenship Information and Application Manual".

 

 

 

 

 

CLICK HERE to download the United States Dual Citizenship Information Guide. Learn about the Benefits of Dual Citizenship.


The United States Dual Citizenship Information Guide:

  • Dual Citizenship Overview
  • The Benefits of Dual Citizenship
  • The Disadvantages of Dual Citizenship
  • Understanding the U.S. Naturalization Process
  • How to find out your citizenship status
  • Double taxation issues
  • Military service for dual citizens
  • Children of dual citizens
  • Traveling with two passports
  • Employment opportunities for dual citizens
  • Entitlement to social programs
  • Property ownership
  • Recognition of foreign marriage
  • Inheritance issues for dual citizens
  • Renouncing your citizenship

 

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