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FAQs
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What are some of the benefits of obtaining Dual Citizenship?
Do I have to be 100% or 50% of the heritage from the country I’m interested in applying to?
Will getting Dual Citizenship for a European country affect my American Citizenship?
Will I be a “real citizen”?
What is the European Union (EU) and what does it mean to be an EU Citizen?
Is the personal information that I give to Bella Consultants kept confidential?
How long will it take to complete the Dual Citizenship application process?
How will acquiring Dual Citizenship affect my voting rights?
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Q: What are some of the benefits of obtaining Dual Citizenship?
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A: There are many diverse reasons to acquire Dual Citizenship. Click here to learn more.
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Q: Do I have to be 100% or 50% of the heritage from the country I’m interested in applying to?
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A: No, in some cases you only need 1 great-grandparent from the country to be eligible.
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Q: Will getting Dual Citizenship for a European country affect my American Citizenship?
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A: No, because the US doesn’t officially recognize Dual Citizenship your American citizenship will not be affected.
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Q: Will I be a “real citizen”?
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A: Yes, and you will be responsible for complying with all the laws applying to other citizens of that country. However, you may register in that country for status as a “citizen living abroad” which could give you a different status than those citizens living in your new country of citizenship.
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Q: What is the European Union (EU) and what does it mean to be an EU Citizen? |
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A: The European Union (EU) is a group of 15 countries (and constantly expanding) that cooperate in economic and political efforts. If you are a citizen of an EU country (e.g. Italy, Ireland, or Greece) you are considered an EU Citizen. As an EU Citizen, you are permitted to freely live, work, and travel in any EU country. |
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Q: Is the personal information that I give to Bella Consultants kept confidential? |
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A: Definitely, Bella Consultants holds the highest respect for your privacy and any information you give will not be released to a third party without your express written consent. |
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Q: How long will it take to complete the Dual Citizenship application process? |
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A: There is no definitive answer to this question. The process from start to finish can take anywhere from six months to two years, depending on the specifics of your situation. However, we do offer expedited services for those facets of the process that can be sped up. |
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Q: How will acquiring Dual Citizenship affect my voting rights? |
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A: You will maintain your current voting rights in your current country of citizenship. You will also gain the privilege to vote in your new country of citizenship. |
