Dual national refers to an individual who holds citizenship in two different countries. This term describes someone who has legal rights and obligations in both countries and is recognized as a citizen by both governments.
A dual national is a person who holds citizenship in two different countries.
Yes, in many countries it is possible to hold dual nationality.
No, in most cases you do not have to choose one nationality over the other.
Yes, you can travel on both passports, but you may need to use one passport to enter one country and the other passport to enter the other country.
It depends on the tax laws of each country. You may be required to pay taxes in both countries, or you may be able to claim a tax credit in one country for taxes paid in the other country.
It depends on the laws of each country. Some countries allow dual nationals to vote in both countries, while others do not.
It depends on the laws of each country. Some countries allow dual nationals to serve in the military of both countries, while others do not.
Yes, it is possible to be deported from one country if you commit a crime in the other country.
Yes, it is possible to be denied entry to one country if you have a criminal record in the other country.
It depends on the laws of each country. Some countries allow dual nationals to lose their nationality if they acquire another nationality, while others do not.
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