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Hi. I have not taken steps yet to become a citizen of my husband's country, but if its anything like becoming a citizen of the USA, it's not easy (though I'm not sure anywhere is as difficult as this country!)...
ETA: Each country has its own requirements and regulations in terms of citizenship, allowing dual citizenship, etc.
Sorry I can't help much... but where are you moving to? And if you don't mind me asking, why are you considering dropping your US citizenship?
Are you looking to gain US Citizenship or drop US Citizenship?
My good friend was here on a working visa when she married her husband. She then got a green card which is valid for 2 years then she has to renew it. Then after the 2 years I believe is the regular renewal process. You do NOT become a citizen because of marriage.
Many countries do not allow you to keep dual citizenship. When I became naturalized I had to drop my China citizenship to become a US citizen. Not sure what US's policy is on dual citizenship?
ETA: If you are looking to move to another country temporarily, whether it be 6 months or 2 years you don't have to drop your citizenship! You can always apply for a visa...
Thanks! I'm planning on moving to Germany, but will be obtaining an Irish passport by marriage. I don't plan on returning to the US and definitely do not want to continue paying US taxes while not living or working here.
I don't plan on keeping an Irish passport for my entire life either, would switch to German but it takes 8 years and you must drop additional citizenships. As soon as I get an EU passport I'll be able to live anywhere within the EU and minor restrictions in other non-EU European nations. I just don't see myself wanting to come back to the US as I'm moving for social and political reasons.
Oh I am jealous! Would lOVE to live in Germany!!! What a wonderful country. :)
It seems you are already pretty clear on the rules then??
Yes, have been researching for a long time. Got lucky enough to fall in love with someone who is willing to move thousands of miles away with me and have citizenship I can benefit from (didn't know until several months after we started dating). He always teases me that I'm only going to marry him for his passport. Haha.
I am of mostly German descent and my SO is 50/50 Irish/Austrian but we'd rather be in Germany for work and it's central location. I've always wanted to live near many different cultures and I think Central Europe is the ideal location for that.
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My SO and I are planning on a huge move in about 3 years and I am a huge overplanner.
I was just wondering if any bee's have married someone and become a citizen or dual citizen of another country.
How easy was the process?
Are you an expatriate??
Also if there are any bee's who have dropped their US citizenship.. how did you do it?