Q: Can a naturalized US citizen born in Cuba receive Spanish citizenship via the Nietos Law without loosing US citizenship?
Some of my family members are going through the process of becoming dual citizens of Cuba and Spain under the Spanish Law of Democratic Memory. For those of us that are naturalized US citizens, do we lose our US citizenship if we accept the Spanish?
A:
As a naturalized U.S. citizen, you can apply for Spanish citizenship under the Law of Democratic Memory (Nietos Law) without automatically losing your U.S. citizenship. The U.S. allows dual citizenship, which means you can be a citizen of both the U.S. and another country, like Spain, without having to give up one citizenship.
However, it's essential to be aware of the specific requirements and implications of dual citizenship. While the U.S. does not require you to relinquish your citizenship upon obtaining another, some countries have different rules. In the case of Spain, they generally permit dual citizenship under specific circumstances, such as the Nietos Law.
To ensure you are fully informed and compliant with all legal requirements, it's advisable to consult with an attorney experienced in immigration law. They can provide detailed guidance on the process of obtaining Spanish citizenship and its impact on your U.S. citizenship.
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