Immigration Lawyer on Dual Citizenship: Pros and Cons (US Immigration)(LIVE)

Dual Citizenship: Pros and Cons

We often get questions about US citizenship, but we also get asked about dual citizenship. So…what is it? Should you apply for it? And what are the advantages and disadvantages of being a dual citizen?
I’m Andres Mejer, Immigration Attorney and an immigrant myself. And today, I will be answering these three questions.
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Discussion:
First off…What IS Dual Citizenship?
Dual citizenship means a person can be a citizen of two different countries at the same time.
When you’re a dual citizen, more than one country recognizes you as an official citizen.
Bear in mind that each country has different rules, so consider looking up the local rules before applying for citizenship to a second country.
The next question is, can you and should you apply for dual citizenship?
If you are born overseas and the child of U.S. citizens – you may become a citizen of both the U.S. and your country of birth BUT only if your birth country permit that
If you are born in the US, but your parents are foreign citizens - you will be a citizen of the United States AND a citizen of the country where your parents gained their citizenship (if that country allows it).
If you are a foreign citizen but married to a US citizen – you may become a dual citizen, acquired via marriage, but only through a specialized legal process
Let’s say you got your dual citizenship…congratulations! But wait, do you know what your benefits are? Here’s a rundown of the advantages of being a dual citizen:
#1 You get to enjoy privileges and benefits from the two countries you are a citizen of
This includes social services programs and systems of two countries.
You can vote in local elections and may be able to run for office in either country. That is if the law permits.
You can work in either country without work permits or visas
You can attend universities in either country at the tuition rate offered to citizens. Because a higher tuition rate is often applied for foreigners.

#2 there are fewer travel restrictions because you carry a passport from both countries.
Traveling between both countries is easier because there is no need for special visas.
Having a citizen’s passport guarantees a right of entry to both countries and eliminates questioning customs.
This is an advantage, especially if you frequent both countries to study, visit family, or conduct business.

#3 As a dual citizen, you can now own property in either country.
Land ownership is a privilege, and some countries restrict land ownership to citizens only.
Owning properties makes it easier and economical to shuttle between two countries because there is no need to pay for a hotel stay.

#4 An intangible benefit to being a dual citizen is the opportunity to learn about two cultures, their languages, and their way of life.
Additionally, employers go after people who have that unique experience of being part of two distinct cultures.
The government also sees dual citizenship as a tool to promote their country’s image, appealing to tourists.

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Question: i have a dual citizenship ( born in Colombia and later in life became a U.S. citizen ) so if I travel to Colombia from the U.S. with my US passport, then once in Colombia I decide to visit Peru, but I want to keep low profile, don’t call too much attention with the US passport, can I travel from Colombia to Peru with only my Colombian passport ? I’ve heard different stories/rumors that you can lose your US citizenship by doing that. Is it true ?