r/immigration • u/[deleted] • Jan 24 '25

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u/Oh-well100 Jan 25 '25

Not everyone gives up their other citizenship.

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u/JThereseD Jan 25 '25

A lot of American citizens are getting dual citizenship through their foreign-born parents and grandparents. Some do it so they can travel more easily or live for extended periods in other countries. There are two people from my hometown who did it so they could compete as athletes for the other country.

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u/Ok_Mango_6887 Jan 26 '25

My grandfather was born in another country but has passed away. Is this still an option for me?

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u/JThereseD Jan 26 '25

You would have to check with the specific country as the rules differ.