Hey there, royal fans! There's some exciting news coming out of Buckingham Palace, and I know you're all on the edge of your seats. Meghan Markle and Prince Harry are expecting their first child, and naturally, everyone's got questions. One of the biggest queries buzzing around is whether their little one will be a U.S. citizen. Let's dive into the details, shall we?
Breaking Down Citizenship Rules
Now, before we get too far ahead of ourselves, let's lay out the facts. Prince Harry, as we all know, is a proud citizen of the United Kingdom. Meghan, on the other hand, was born in the United States and spent her formative years in Los Angeles. Before meeting Harry, she was living in Canada while filming the hit show Suits. So, what does that mean for their baby's citizenship status?
Here's the scoop: According to the U.S. Travel Department, if a child is born abroad to a married couple where one parent is a U.S. citizen and the other is not, the child can automatically acquire U.S. citizenship under certain conditions. Specifically, the U.S. citizen parent must have been physically present in the U.S. or its territories for at least five years before the child's birth, with at least two of those years occurring after the age of fourteen. Based on this, it seems Meghan fits the bill!
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What About Dual Citizenship?
Now, here's where things get interesting. If Meghan doesn't become a U.K. citizen—or if she chooses to retain her U.S. citizenship alongside any potential U.K. citizenship—this could make their child the first member of the royal family to hold dual citizenship. That's a pretty big deal, right? But hold on, because there's more to unpack here.
A spokesperson for the royal family has mentioned that it's still "too early to say" whether Meghan will keep her U.S. citizenship while also becoming a British citizen. This decision could have significant implications for their future family dynamics, and royal watchers everywhere are eagerly waiting to see how it all plays out.
The Official Announcement
On October 15, Kensington Palace shared the joyous news with the world. In an Instagram post, they announced that Meghan and Harry are expecting their first child in the spring of 2019. The message reads: "Their Royal Highnesses The Duke and Duchess of Sussex are very pleased to announce that The Duchess of Sussex is expecting a baby in the Spring of 2019. Their Royal Highnesses have appreciated all of the support they have received from people around the world since their wedding in May and are delighted to be able to share this happy news with the public."
Isn't that just heartwarming? The couple has been nothing short of radiant since their wedding, and now, they're embarking on this next beautiful chapter of their lives together. We can't wait to see what the future holds for this little royal family!
View this post on InstagramTheir Royal Highnesses The Duke and Duchess of Sussex are very pleased to announce that The Duchess of Sussex is expecting a baby in the Spring of 2019. Their Royal Highnesses have appreciated all of the support they have received from people around the world since their wedding in May and are delighted to be able to share this happy news with the public. 📷PA
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The anticipation for this royal arrival is palpable, and we're all counting down the days until spring. In the meantime, feel free to join our Facebook group to stay updated on all things royal, including the latest on Kate Middleton, Meghan Markle, and the rest of the royal family.
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