Following Brexit: Here is how British can keep EU Citizenship!
July 8th, 2016
According to the UK referendum that has taken place on the 23rd of June 2016, the majority of British voters have chosen to leave EU, but what about those who want to keep their EU citizenship?
As a matter of fact, many British are looking for a way to keep the EU citizenship as it accords the right to live and work in other member countries of the EU. Additionally, this will allow for access to business opportunities anywhere in the European Union, easy entry to other countries, public services such as healthcare and many other benefits.
With the referendum results in favor for the UK to leave the EU, British citizens will soon be denied the above benefits. However, here are some ways to keep EU Citizenship.
The discussion about the potential easing of visa rules was part of current talks regarding a proposed free trade agreement between EU and India.
Irish descend
This option has nothing to do with planning or preparation. Luck plays an important factor in this matter. If you are born to Irish parents you are automatically eligible to keep the citizenship, in spite of, where you are born. If this doesn’t work you can trace out lineage from Ireland (Republic & Northern) and register yourself at the ‘Foreign Birth Register’ and your Irish citizenship will take effect from the date of registration.
Marry for Citizenship
If the Irish descend alternative is not applicable on you, marriage is option. This is an unconventional route, but it can help you in keeping your EU citizenship, eventually. Many countries of the EU have a specific time span of 5 to 10 years before they give citizenship to a non-resident spouse. It was specifically designed to avoid a marriage of convenience.
Study in a country of the EU
While the UK is not very keen to keep or employ international students, many EU countries are welcoming. If you have spent 5 years of education in the country and actively contributed to the society, you may be entitled to receive EU citizenship.
For instance, France offers French citizenship to students who have completed 2 years of education in French universities. So, if you are planning to do your Masters or PHD post Brexit, you can look into this option.
Cyprus Investment
Post Brexit, search engines in the UK were notably searched with the question: ‘How to obtain Cypriot Citizenship?’
If you are serious enough to keep your EU citizenship, then this might be the best option to consider. The beautiful island of Cyprus is ready to accept UK citizens and offering them EU citizenship in return for investing.
You only have to help Cyprus with their budget by investing 2.5 million Euros with purchase of an asset in the country and with a few minor formal legal requirements, you will be given your Cypriot Citizenship!
This program is offered by the government is eligible for Investors seeking ways to secure EU citizenships for themselves and their families. As a matter of fact, Cypriot passport processing is completed within three months of investment.
Perhaps, with a post Brexit scenario, the future will offer more schemes from EU nations to attract investments in return of the esteem EU citizenship. But for now, if you have your lineage on your side, a marriage proposal, a plan to study abroad, or you are an investor, you are welcomed with open arms by other current EU nations.
