I like the idea of not having to keep renewing so who knows what disadvantages there would be to becoming naturalised?....besides renouncing allegiance to the UK of course!
I like the idea of retiring and getting SS if it still exists also the possibility of voting and working for state or federal government in some capacity.
Any thoughts much appreciated.
On 2003-05-20 17:28, Scramble wrote:
I like the idea of not having to keep renewing so who knows what disadvantages there would be to becoming naturalised?....besides renouncing allegiance to the UK of course!
I like the idea of retiring and getting SS if it still exists also the possibility of voting and working for state or federal government in some capacity.
Any thoughts much appreciated.
If i hear this once again i think ill **** all over the screen its been discussed about 10 times in the last year ....
One more time ..you DONT HAVE TO RENOUNCE CITIZENSHIP .....
Not having to deal with the fudging INS again... mad
John - that was unfair - Scramble only found this site today mad
Scramble - welcome to Britnet smile You might not be aware but if you are talking for working FOR the government - I don't think you have to be a citizen to do that. If you are talking of political office then yes you do.
John and I along with a few others here are naturalised citizens and there are many advantages and no disadvantages that have come my way.
The best advantage is being able to vote and have a say in the way things are done. This becomes more interesting if you live in a small town where the citizens get a say in nearly everything. If you don't like something it is easy to get your voice heard.
If you marry a US citizen, you would be liable to inheritance taxes if your spouse should die and if you are still an alien.
If you read through the many threads to do with citizenship you will find more information I am sure.
On 2003-05-20 17:28, Scramble wrote:
I like the idea of retiring and getting SS if it still exists
Do you mean work here and then go back to the UK when you retire for the SS and free healthcare?
Sincere apologies John....I'll watch the tone of my typing in the future.
No plans to return to the UK permanently. I'm fine staying here.
There has been some debate on previous threads that if you had dual citizenship, you could get in trouble in one country and the other wouldn't help you, and that if you got in trouble somewhere else, both countries mightdemand that you go to the other for help. Other than that, the only argument I have heard against becoming a US citizen is that you must swear you will bear arms to defend the US or something like that.
On 2003-05-20 23:50, Scramble wrote:
Sincere apologies John....I'll watch the tone of my typing in the future.
No plans to return to the UK permanently. I'm fine staying here.
No problem my bad:-)
just its adressed every other week thats all , anyway welcome :smile: sincerly :smile: and no you dont have to go back for your s/s (british pension ) they gladly send it here
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On 2003-05-20 17:28, Scramble wrote:
who knows what disadvantages there would be to becoming naturalised
You'll be the same as JohnA
:razz:
You wont be treated like a terrorist everytime you leave the country for a holiday.
http//news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/americas/3043181.stm
Well I will be applying as soon as I can for citizenship in order that I can make my own mind up for my future, should anything happen between my husband and I, And so that I can try to get a decent US Federal Government position while overseas, to transfer into a regular job once we settle stateside again.
And I think it will do better for me should I need to "sponsor" my mum moving over with me should she ever make that choice.
Only thing is, I don't know if the Consulate here is capable of Naturalisation or if it has to be in the states itself.
I'll keep you posted!
Hi Scramble,
I recently took the citizenship interview and subsequent oath ceramony.
Don't feel bad about not knowing if you have to give up your Englishness.
The confusion is due to the oath of alligience to the US flag. It contains the words "renounce all former allegiences". Although you have to say this, England can't hear you and so it doesn't count.
Sorry - also, one other thing for you to consider.
In came over, planning to get my permanent residence (green card) and then go back to England. It turns out that if you leave the USA for longer than six continous months (without getting written permission from the US govt) you lose your residency and then have to start the immigration process all over agian.
On 2003-05-21 15:44, quattromark wrote:
Hi Scramble,
I recently took the citizenship interview and subsequent oath ceramony.
Although you have to say this, England can't hear you and so it doesn't count.
I would,nt be to sure :smile: i bet those flaps that charles has on each side of his head have a pretty good range :lol:
On 2003-05-21 15:47, quattromark wrote:
It turns out that if you leave the USA for longer than six continous months (without getting written permission from the US govt) you lose your residency and then have to start the immigration process all over agian.
You get to leave for up to a year. You lose the qualification for naturalisation when you are out of the US as well.