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Can European Union citizens move freely between countries in the EU?
Free movement rights. Every citizen of the Union shall have the right to move and reside freely within the territory of the Member States, subject to the limitations and conditions laid down in this Treaty and by the measures adopted to give it effect.
Can you be a citizen of two EU countries?
There are two countries in the European Union where this is possible: Malta and Cyprus; as well as the five Caribbean countries of Antigua and Barbuda, Grenada, Dominica, St. Kitts & Nevis, and St. Lucia. Additionally the countries of Vanuatu, Montenegro, Turkey and Jordan offer citizenship by investment programs.
Can I lose my EU citizenship?
Citizenship of a country can be lost in various ways. Loss of citizenship follows two general modes: voluntary loss–following an individual requestto renouncecitizenship;and involuntary loss–when citizenship elapses ex lege or is withdrawn by the state. All EU countries allow for the voluntary loss of citizenship.
Can EU citizens move freely?
EU, EEA and Swiss citizens have the right to move freely within the territory of the European Union, European Economic Area and Switzerland. When they are lawfully in one of those countries, they should not be treated differently from citizens of that country in terms of: Access to employment. Working conditions.
Which EU countries have freedom of movement?
The free movement of persons is one of the core rights guaranteed in the European Economic Area (EEA), the extended Internal Market which unites all the EU Member States and three EEA EFTA States – Iceland, Liechtenstein and Norway.
Can I move to another country after Brexit?
You can still stay in one or more EU member states for up to 90 days of any 180-day period without much trouble, but if you want to move abroad to Europe, you may need a visa. To secure a visa, you’ll have to comply with the specific requirements of the country you’ve chosen to call your new home.
How can my family join me if I move to Europe?
If you are an EU citizen moving to another EU country to live, work or study, EU rules make it easier for your family to join you. On this page, you can find out how your civil or registered partner can join you. However, if you are an EU citizen and have never lived in another EU country only national rules will apply.
Can a EU citizen live in another EU country?
As an EU citizen, you have the right to move to any EU country to live, work, study, look for a job or retire. You can stay in another EU country for up to 3 months without registering there but you may need to report your presence. The only requirement is to hold a valid national identity card or passport.
Can I move to another EU country without registering?
As an EU citizen, you have the right to move to any EU country to live, work, study, look for a job or retire. You can stay in another EU country for up to 3 months without registering there but you may need to report your presence.
Can a non-EU family member apply for a new residence status?
This includes non‑EU family members. In the UK, you must however apply to the EU settlement scheme to be granted a new residence status. In the EU, check with your host country’s authorities as soon as possible if it is mandatory to apply for a new residence status.