Can a spouse of an expat still live in the US?
Additionally, while the U.S. expat is still alive, their foreign spouse may also qualify to receive dependent or spousal Social Security benefits (generally half of the U.S. expat’s benefit).
What happens to my foreign spouse if I Die?
If I die, will my foreign spouse receive survivor benefits? Yes. Generally, your foreign widow or widower can receive Social Security survivor benefits if they meet the requirements for spousal benefits listed above and have not remarried.
Can a naturalized US citizen return to his native country?
Dual citizenship. In Schneider v. Rusk, 377 U.S. 163 (1964), the U.S. Supreme Court ruled that a naturalized U.S. citizen has the right to return to his native country and to resume his former citizenship, and also to remain a U.S. citizen even if he never returns to the United States.
When did nationality become dependent on marital status?
From 1802, only fathers were able to pass on their nationality to their children. The Naturalization Act of 1804 confirmed that a woman’s nationality was dependent upon her marital status and the Naturalization Act of 1855 tied a wife’s nationality, and that of her children, to her husband’s.
How are the remains of a US citizen returned to the US?
The consular officer will ensure that all required documents accompany the remains to the United States. The consular officer prepares the consular mortuary certificate, which ensures orderly shipment of remains and facilitates U.S. Customs clearance. The certificate is in English and confirms essential information concerning the cause of death.
How to bring a foreign spouse to the United States?
If you are a U.S. citizen you have two ways to bring your foreign spouse (husband or wife) to the United States to live. They are: Immigrant visa for a Spouse of a U.S. Citizen (IR1 or CR1) – An immigrant Petition for Alien Relative, Form I-130 is required. Learn more.
Can a person who has been removed from the US re-enter the US?
After having been removed from the United States, the inadmissibility laws set varying amounts of time during which a removed immigrant will be barred from reentering the U.S. legally. Unfortunately, the legal terminology is quite technical.
Can you still receive benefits from an ex spouse if you have remarried?
If you have since remarried, you can’t collect benefits on your former spouse’s record unless your later marriage ended by annulment, divorce, or death. Also, if you’re entitled to benefits on your own record, your benefit amount must be less than you would receive based on your ex-spouse’s work.