pyke 0 #26 July 23, 2003 QuoteI recommend going to the State Department's website... Dual Citizenship is frowned upon by the US, for several reasons (not the least of which being tax purposes). Frowned upon doesn't = not allowed. I hold dual citizenship with the US and NZ...and have never had a single problem with taxes, travel, or otherwise. All it took was $$ and a letter stating that by getting dual citizenship - I recognize that I *may* jeopardize my US citizenship, but that didn't stop either side from signing off on it. AND, (this is the coolest part about it!!) I get the shortest line on either side of the border!! Leave the US with my US passport....arrive in NZ with my Kiwi passport and go straight through customs....turn around and do it again...Leave NZ with Kiwi passport, and breeze through US customs with my US passport! Nothing illegal about it...and it save LOTS of time!!! So, I'd keep your US, apply for the Canuck one....and hope for the best,eh. At least you know they can't TAKE your US for trying!! Good luck! Kahurangi e Mahearangi, Kiwi, RB #926, AFF-I, FAA Snr. Rigger, RN/BSN/Paramedic Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Remster 30 #27 July 23, 2003 QuoteWhat would be the point of you becomming a Canadian citizen You never know. Would make moving and getting a job in another Communwealth contry a little easier, and several contries issue Visas to canadains citizens easier then to US ones. You never know what curve balls life throws at you. I wouldnt suggest getting the CDN citizenship if it meant getting rid of the US one, but why not! By the way : is JUST being married to a Canadian enough to get the citizenship?Remster Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
PhillyKev 0 #28 July 23, 2003 Quoteand several contries issue Visas to canadains citizens easier then to US ones. Can you say, "Cuban vacation" Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
smooth 0 #29 July 23, 2003 QuoteWell, I know that he wants to go back to Canada eventually. If he does, I hope I'm going with him! Recently I've been joking that I want to move to Canada...NOW. Every time I visit, the more I love it. It seems that the more I joke about moving there and then think about actually doing it, the less it becomes a joke... -P First of all - what skymama said. I hope . . ? - I think you'll know by then. Be careful what you ask for (joke about) . . . seems like it becomes reality for you. . . isn't this how you got engaged in the first place ?!? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
craichead 0 #30 July 23, 2003 QuoteBy the way : is JUST being married to a Canadian enough to get the citizenship? We're thinking the process is similar to the U.S. one--marrying a U.S. citizen allows you to get a work permit and get a green card (Although, I've heard the length of time varies with your country of origin and if you have a lawyer + $$$), and if you want to become a citizen you can. We're probably going to pursue this in the near future (AndyMan applying for green card), but I doubt that he'll ever become a U.S. citizen... -P__ "Scared of love, love and aeroplanes...falling out, I said takes no brains." -- Andy Partridge (XTC) Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
fasterfaller 0 #31 July 23, 2003 Stay American , after all it is every Canadians dream to become an American Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
craichead 0 #32 July 23, 2003 QuoteI hope . . ? - I think you'll know by then. Wellll...I dunno! I still think we're getting married just so that he can get the green card and split! QuoteBe careful what you ask for (joke about) . . . seems like it becomes reality for you. . . isn't this how you got engaged in the first place ?!? Actually...I was joking about how we weren't going to get married! Then he had to get all romantic and propose! -P__ "Scared of love, love and aeroplanes...falling out, I said takes no brains." -- Andy Partridge (XTC) Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
flyhi 24 #33 July 23, 2003 QuoteCan you say, "Cuban vacation" Stay in Canada and you can say, "Cuban cigars".Shit happens. And it usually happens because of physics. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Steel 0 #34 July 23, 2003 As to why someone would want to, well - Americans have a proud history of giving up and heading north. ----------------------------------------------------- I think a lot more Canadians are doing their best to head down. I can't begin to count how many of them I came across working for Nortel. Anyway Nortel grew the way it did when it came to the U.S. But hey if somebody wants to give up their American citizenship then by all means. As it is too many people want to come here. If the question is whether or not she should give up her American Citizenship then sure, why not? Having travel to 18 different countries I can say with certainty that Canada is the country which by far looks most like the U.S. If you ask if I would do it? HELL NO!If I could make a wish, I think I'd pass. Can't think of anything I need No cigarettes, no sleep, no light, no sound. Nothing to eat, no books to read. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
wingnut 0 #35 July 23, 2003 ever seen th emovie "french kiss"???? think how hard it was for her because she tried to change contries.... ______________________________________ "i have no reader's digest version" Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
TitaniumLegs 8 #36 July 23, 2003 The only reason I would even consider becoming a US citizen is to be able to qualify for a security clearance. My employer has many government customers and I can't work those projects. The only other reasons to be a US citizen would be to vote and get drafted. Hasn't been much to vote for in the last couple decades. (>o|-< If you don't believe me, ask me. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Iflyme 0 #37 July 23, 2003 QuoteI can't imagine not wanting to be an American. I can't imagine not wanting to be a Canadian.You'll be welcomed with open arms, Craichead! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Rebecca 0 #38 July 23, 2003 QuoteQuoteI can't imagine not wanting to be an American. I can't imagine not wanting to be a Canadian.You'll be welcomed with open arms, Craichead! Then it looks like we're both where we should be! you've got to ask yourself one question: 'Do I feel loquacious?' -- well do you, punk? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
174fps 1 #39 July 23, 2003 If you are married to a Canadian and wish to move to Canada, you will have to get landed immigrant status, as the wife of a Canadian no problem. The only restriction is that you can't leave for more than 6 months, that would only be a problem if you or your husband took a job for example in Australia. So with LI status you can keep your US citizenship live in canada as long as you wish. If you want to become a Canadian citizen you can do so after 3 yrs as a LI. Andrew Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
falxori 0 #40 July 23, 2003 i have dual (US/Israeli) and its not a problem for both. as far as i know most countries don't have any problem with dual. at least in europe, they won't allow you to have a 3rd. if you apply for a EU passport you'll have to give up one of the other two. O "Carpe diem, quam minimum credula postero." Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
robskydiv 0 #41 July 23, 2003 1) You marry Andyman 2) You become a Canadian citizen 3) You divorce Andman 4) Now you can't come back home. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Remster 30 #42 July 23, 2003 Quote3) You divorce Andman 4) Now you can't come back home. uhhh? have you read the thread????Remster Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
craichead 0 #43 July 23, 2003 Quote3) You divorce Andman Doubtful, but I guess one never knows. But, no cop-out divorce for us, I'm afraid. Quote4) Now you can't come back home. Not if I have dual citizenship, which does seem like a highly viable option. -P__ "Scared of love, love and aeroplanes...falling out, I said takes no brains." -- Andy Partridge (XTC) Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Vertifly 0 #44 July 23, 2003 Can't you get a dual citizenship? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
tbrown 26 #45 July 24, 2003 As an American spouse of a Canadian citizen, you should have no problem at all with being a resident alien up there. If you really want to be a citizen, you'll probably have to wait a couple years anyway. See how you like it, check it out, the marriage as well. If you're having a happy 10th anniversary and still want to, then I suppose you should go for it. But citizenship in any country should never be taken lightly. Your humble servant.....Professor Gravity ! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Gawain 0 #46 July 24, 2003 QuoteI'd go with Dual Citizenship. That way you can belong to whatever country is being the least stupid at the moment At the same time, you are not allowed to vote and there may be tax issues too. I'd stay with US citizenship, but I am not objective.So I try and I scream and I beg and I sigh Just to prove I'm alive, and it's alright 'Cause tonight there's a way I'll make light of my treacherous life Make light! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
craichead 0 #47 July 24, 2003 QuoteSee how you like it, check it out, the marriage as well. If you're having a happy 10th anniversary and still want to, then I suppose you should go for it. But citizenship in any country should never be taken lightly. Hmm...AndyMan and I believe that marriage shouldn't be taken lightly, either. We're gonna be one of the few couples that lasts forever. Isn't that right my little Luv snookums-pie? -P__ "Scared of love, love and aeroplanes...falling out, I said takes no brains." -- Andy Partridge (XTC) Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
AndyMan 7 #48 July 24, 2003 Yes my little sweet-pea! We're blissfully in love, totally ignorant of the rampant divorce rates.... We're gonna be different! Nah, in all seriousness, neither of us are seriously considering doing the citizenship thing... I think craichead posted this as a hypothetical long term thing. We won't be making any quick decisions on that front... _Am__ You put the fun in "funnel" - craichead. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Remster 30 #49 July 24, 2003 QuoteAt the same time, you are not allowed to vote and there may be tax issues too. Read the freaking documentation liked above first before stating things like that man!Remster Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
craichead 0 #50 July 24, 2003 So, as of this posting, I see that the poll results are 36 (US) : 18 (Canada) : 9 (Other) To those of you who said go someplace else besides the US or Canada...where do you think I should go? -P__ "Scared of love, love and aeroplanes...falling out, I said takes no brains." -- Andy Partridge (XTC) Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
