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What happens after renouncing U.S. citizenship?
You will no longer be an American citizen if you voluntarily give up (renounce) your U.S. citizenship. You might lose your U.S. citizenship in specific cases, including if you: Run for public office in a foreign country (under certain conditions) Enter military service in a foreign country (under certain conditions)
Can you live in another country and still be a U.S. citizen?
The concept of dual nationality means that a person is a national of two countries at the same time. U.S. law does not mention dual nationality or require a person to choose one nationality or another. A U.S. citizen may naturalize in a foreign state without any risk to his or her U.S. citizenship.
At what age can you renounce US citizenship?
Unless there are emergent circumstances, minors may wish to wait until age 18 to renounce citizenship.
How many US citizens have renounced their citizenship?
A record number of Americans are renouncing their citizenship. In just the first half of this year, 5,315 Americans gave up their citizenship. That puts the country on track to see a record-breaking 10,000 people renounce U.S. citizenship in 2020.
How many US citizens have abandoned their citizenship?
In just the first half of this year, 5,315 Americans gave up their citizenship. That puts the country on track to see a record-breaking 10,000 people renounce U.S. citizenship in 2020. Until a decade ago, fewer than 1,000 Americans per year, on average, chose to renounce their citizenship. Why are so many people abandoning the United States?
How do I renounce my US citizenship?
Give up your rights and responsibilities as a U.S. citizen. Must become a citizen of another nation, or risk becoming “stateless.”. May need a visa to visit the United States. Contact the U.S. Embassy or consulate in the country where you intend to live to renounce your U.S. citizenship.
What happens if you voluntarily give up your US citizenship?
You will no longer be an American citizen if you voluntarily give up (renounce) your U.S. citizenship. You might lose your U.S. citizenship in specific cases, including if you: