However, it's not only pretty expensive but would also mean having to give up my US Citizenship, which I really don't want to do.

Oh no, is that a 'can't have 3 citizenships' thing? Because while technically that seems to be true, I know at least a few people who have 3 or 4. No one seem to cross-reference.

It's not the number of citizenships per se that's the issue, it's how and when you acquire them. If you automatically receive more than one at birth, that's no problem; my kids have three.

But if you want to take on the citizenship of another country, your original state may boot you out. The US doesn't recognise dual citizenship and will remove citizenship if you pledge alliegance to another state. German and UK dual citizenship is possible at the moment (but only has been for a couple of years) because they're both in the EU. That will change, so there's a bit of a rush.

ALL of my British friends here who are eligible have already taken German citizenship. I'm only dithering because of the complications.

Happy birthday, Fiona!

Get it together, nation-states, and stop screwing over your citizens.

The US doesn't recognise dual citizenship and will remove citizenship if you pledge alliegance to another state.

Oh crap that's super worrying - we were told DH could have both. Argh.

We'll be getting all three for the baby once it pops out though.

Get it together, nation-states, and stop screwing over your citizens.

Seriously.

Oh crap that's super worrying - we were told DH could have both. Argh.

Do check because my information could be out of date. I'm going to the nearest consulate soon to discuss options.

Friends of mine acquired US citizenship and kept their British. That way round isn't a problem.

Thank you, -t! I'm making my favourite cake, coffee-walnut, ahead of the final of Bake-Off and a wee party this evening.

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The US doesn't recognise dual citizenship and will remove citizenship if you pledge alliegance to another state.

Not necessarily true, Fiona. The U.S. doesn't formally recognize dual citizenship, but hasn't taken any actions to prohibit it. The only way you can lose your U.S. citizenship is by affirmative actions showing intent:

The loss of U.S. citizenship can only occur if a person's actions demonstrate an intent to give up his or her citizenship. Such actions might include:

Serving in the armed forces of a country which is engaged in hostilities against the United States.

Formally renouncing one's U.S. citizenship in front of a duly authorized U.S. official.

Committing an act of treason against the United States, or attempting or conspiring to overthrow the U.S. Government.

Voluntarily applying for another citizenship will only terminate your U.S. citizenship if you have the intention of terminating it. [link]

Jars, it shouldn't be a problem for your DH to obtain UK citizenship and keep his U.S. A high school friend of mine lives in London, is married to a Scotsman, and is going for UK citizenship. He is not losing his U.S. passport.

It's good to see your post, Fiona. I'm sorry that your job situaion is so much less than ideal.

Thanks Maria, that's very helpful! I shall get to the consulate ASAP. I need to renew my US passport anyway.

No problem, Fiona! I have dual U.S.-Italian citizenship, and I was just asked a similar question by a family friend so my recall (and links list) was very fresh.

Good luck!

And Jars, I forgot to tell you congrats on impending motherhood!

Lurkers, it is so nice to hear from you. Congratulations, sympathy, and ~ma as necessary to each of you. Please don't be strangers.

Fiona! Jars! So nice to see you.

Maria, thank you for the info - we're dealing with dual citizenship questions right now. Gotta get Peanut's paperwork in order.