American Citizenship
#1
American Citizenship
I joined this forum yesterday and one of the moderators responded to a thread I posted on yesterday and she has got me thinking about perhaps seeking American Citizenship.
I have been in the US for 13 years. I came here through an inter-company transfer and have permanent residency. I never thought about becoming an American citizen and it has not crossed my mind. Now, I am considering it, but am asking myself if it's worth it. Considering I have no plans to move back to the UK, I've probably answered my own question there, but I am hoping to hear from others who have gone through the process and can inform me of the benefits - pros/cons?
I have a British passport and also Spanish citizenship, so this will be #3 for me. Aside from being able to breeze by immigration on a flight home, the ability to vote, being considered an 'American' (that part isn't really important to me) how has it made your lives easier?
Thanks everyone
I have been in the US for 13 years. I came here through an inter-company transfer and have permanent residency. I never thought about becoming an American citizen and it has not crossed my mind. Now, I am considering it, but am asking myself if it's worth it. Considering I have no plans to move back to the UK, I've probably answered my own question there, but I am hoping to hear from others who have gone through the process and can inform me of the benefits - pros/cons?
I have a British passport and also Spanish citizenship, so this will be #3 for me. Aside from being able to breeze by immigration on a flight home, the ability to vote, being considered an 'American' (that part isn't really important to me) how has it made your lives easier?
Thanks everyone
#2
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Re: American Citizenship
You'll have to pretend that it is important to you. If you pretend sincerely enough, it may actually become important to you.
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#6
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Re: American Citizenship
... how has it made your lives easier?
Ian
#7
Re: American Citizenship
For us, I don't have to wonder if they will let me back in after visiting Europe for a while.
I was gone 11 mths one time and that was pushing my luck. I don't want restrictions on how long I can go for in case of family emergencies etc.
I can be a drama queen and have a sense of entitlement if they really want me too
I was gone 11 mths one time and that was pushing my luck. I don't want restrictions on how long I can go for in case of family emergencies etc.
I can be a drama queen and have a sense of entitlement if they really want me too
#8
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Joined: May 2003
Location: Moved from Georgetown to Round Rock, Texas. 15 miles closer to civilization.
Posts: 936
Re: American Citizenship
I have learned that its OK to shout at my friends across the table in a bar or restaurant so that everyone in the place can hear how clever my conversation is.
#9
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Re: American Citizenship
One thing, once you're a citizen you have to know how to salute the flag. The excuse "I'm just a foreigner (and/or a Democrat)" no longer applies.
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#10
Re: American Citizenship
I joined this forum yesterday and one of the moderators responded to a thread I posted on yesterday and she has got me thinking about perhaps seeking American Citizenship.
I have been in the US for 13 years. I came here through an inter-company transfer and have permanent residency. I never thought about becoming an American citizen and it has not crossed my mind. Now, I am considering it, but am asking myself if it's worth it. Considering I have no plans to move back to the UK, I've probably answered my own question there, but I am hoping to hear from others who have gone through the process and can inform me of the benefits - pros/cons?
I have a British passport and also Spanish citizenship, so this will be #3 for me. Aside from being able to breeze by immigration on a flight home, the ability to vote, being considered an 'American' (that part isn't really important to me) how has it made your lives easier?
Thanks everyone
I have been in the US for 13 years. I came here through an inter-company transfer and have permanent residency. I never thought about becoming an American citizen and it has not crossed my mind. Now, I am considering it, but am asking myself if it's worth it. Considering I have no plans to move back to the UK, I've probably answered my own question there, but I am hoping to hear from others who have gone through the process and can inform me of the benefits - pros/cons?
I have a British passport and also Spanish citizenship, so this will be #3 for me. Aside from being able to breeze by immigration on a flight home, the ability to vote, being considered an 'American' (that part isn't really important to me) how has it made your lives easier?
Thanks everyone
#11
Re: American Citizenship
Not sure if the rules have changed as I have not been there for many years. I remember as a kid my parents (who are both Spanish born) had to go through the process to make my sister and I citizens. This pertained to property they bought on our behalf - there were some rules around non-Spanish citizens buying property in Spain. Rules may have changed, I don't know - I haven't been back there and have no plans to visit anytime soon.
#12
Re: American Citizenship
Annabella said a few months ago on this board that she will not become a US Citizen as it will automatically cancel her Spanish Citizenship.
#13
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Re: American Citizenship
Found this on the tinternet:
"new regulations regarding dual Spain and US citizenship went into effect in 2002. You should contact the Spanish embassy in Washington, DC."
So it maybe worth looking into what laws apply regarding your Spanish citizenship first and if gaining American citizenship would have any effect on it first. Hopefully they've changed in your favour
"new regulations regarding dual Spain and US citizenship went into effect in 2002. You should contact the Spanish embassy in Washington, DC."
So it maybe worth looking into what laws apply regarding your Spanish citizenship first and if gaining American citizenship would have any effect on it first. Hopefully they've changed in your favour
#14
Re: American Citizenship
Found this on the tinternet:
"new regulations regarding dual Spain and US citizenship went into effect in 2002. You should contact the Spanish embassy in Washington, DC."
So it maybe worth looking into what laws apply regarding your Spanish citizenship first and if gaining American citizenship would have any effect on it first. Hopefully they've changed in your favour
"new regulations regarding dual Spain and US citizenship went into effect in 2002. You should contact the Spanish embassy in Washington, DC."
So it maybe worth looking into what laws apply regarding your Spanish citizenship first and if gaining American citizenship would have any effect on it first. Hopefully they've changed in your favour
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Re: American Citizenship