About Dual U.S. Citizenship
According to U.S. Immigration Support, the United States government permits dual U.S. citizenship but does not encourage the practice because of numerous difficulties that may result. Generally, individuals from other countries do not lose their original citizenship when they become U.S. citizens.
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Duel Citizenship Definition
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U.S. Immigration Support defines "dual citizenship" as meaning that a person is a citizen of two countries at the same time. A person is not limited to dual citizenship; it is possible to be a citizen of three or more countries simultaneously.
Problems Caused by Dual Citizenship
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The U.S. Department of State asserts that claims of other countries on dual U.S. citizens may conflict with the law of the United States. The country in which a person physically resides may have a stronger claim to that person's allegiance, which can limit the power of the United States to assist dual citizens living abroad.
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Obtaining Dual Citizenship
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U.S. citizens may acquire foreign citizenship by marriage or application to another country. In addition, individuals naturalized as U.S. citizens may not lose the citizenship of their home countries.
Responsibilities of U.S. Dual Citizens
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Dual nationals owe allegiance to both the U.S. and the other countries in which they are citizens. They must obey the laws of both countries. Most U.S. citizens must use U.S. passports to enter and leave the country.
U.S. Citizens Can Lose Citizenship
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According to the U.S. Department of State, American citizens successfully obtaining foreign citizenship may lose U.S. citizenship if obtaining foreign citizenship voluntarily and with the intent to relinquish U.S. citizenship.
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