If i want to work overseas, do i need to have citizenship

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To work in the USA, changing citizenship is not necessary; instead, obtaining a work visa or Permanent Resident (Green Card) status is required. Various types of work visas exist, each with specific qualifications and processes. The discussion highlights the complexities of acquiring a visa, particularly under current political conditions. Similar visa requirements apply for working in Europe, where qualified visas are necessary for employment or study.

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Well, just asking. If i want to work in the USA do i need to change my citizenship to USA and vice versa. If so, is it worth it?
 
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Steven Hansel said:
Well, just asking. If i want to work in the USA do i need to change my citizenship to USA and vice versa. If so, is it worth it?

You will need to have a visa that allows you to work in the US, or a Permanent Resident (Green card) status. These do NOT require a change in citizenship. The visa comes in many different flavors.

Getting such a visa in the first place is a whole different can of worms, especially now during the Trump regime.

Zz.
 
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Interesting choice of words towards the end ...

I guess, this is true as well as for Europe. Even if there is no closed term like "green card", it will probably involve a qualified visa.
And it will make a difference, whether you want to work or only study. The latter should be easier, although even this won't be allowed with a tourist visa. In any case you should address the local embassies and simply ask them.
 
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