American citizens who have moved abroad and gained citizenship share a variety of intriguing stories, from navigating bureaucratic systems to personal experiences connected to heritage and life choices. Some comment on family connections to citizenship, while others recount transformative experiences studying abroad, leading to deep emotional ties with new countries. Notable anecdotes highlight both the challenges and enriching aspects of adapting to different cultures, revealing that the journey to citizenship can be as unique as each individual’s story.
"My American kid got a job at CERN in Switzerland and lives in France. He has visas for both working in Switzerland and one to live in France. Also has diplomatic immunity."
"In my junior year, I got the chance to study abroad and TOOK IT. I went to Northern Ireland. I fell in love with it... 12 years later I have my UK citizenship and an amazing husband and two kids."
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