Dual Citizenship
A person moving to the United States on an EB-5 visa may be looking to eventually gain citizenship. Although the permanent resident status provided by an EB-5 visa provides substantial benefits, a person can only participate in the political process if he or she is a citizen, and certain government jobs may require citizenship. However, gaining U.S. citizenship may be a problem for some individuals who are already citizens in other countries.
If you are interested in becoming either a permanent resident or a citizen of the United States, contact the EB-5 visa attorneys of White & Associates by calling 818-730-3540 today.
Dual Citizenship in the United States
There are a few options available in the United States for those who are currently citizens of another country, including the following:
- Keeping their prior citizenship, becoming dual citizens
- Renouncing their prior citizenship, becoming American citizens only
- Remaining a resident, forgoing the benefits of citizenship
To become a dual citizen, an immigrant needs to go through the naturalization process, but in some cases, engaging in this process will nullify a previous citizenship. A person looking to secure dual citizenship should check with their former country’s embassy regarding their national laws about dual citizenship.
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If you have been considering moving to the United States and are looking for a way to expedite the process, an EB-5 visa may be right for you. To learn more about these visas and how to obtain them, contact the EB-5 visa lawyers of White & Associates today at 818-730-3540.
