Laura’s mother was born in the U.S. but moved to Romania 10 years ago and assumed Romanian citizenship, renouncing her U.S. citizenship. Laura was born in Romania. Can Laura petition to become a U.S. citizen based on birth?

No, because Laura’s mother has not paid taxes in 10 years

No, because Laura’s mother became a Romanian citizen.

Yes, because Laura’s mother was born in the U.S.

Yes, because Laura might move to the U.S.

Question

Laura’s mother was born in the U.S. but moved to Romania 10 years ago and assumed Romanian citizenship, renouncing her U.S. citizenship. Laura was born in Romania. Can Laura petition to become a U.S. citizen based on birth?

 No, because Laura’s mother has not paid taxes in 10 years

 No, because Laura’s mother became a Romanian citizen.

 Yes, because Laura’s mother was born in the U.S.

 Yes, because Laura might move to the U.S.

anonymous · Answer

I have a feeling it's C. But she might have to re-new her US citizenship... hmmm.

anonymous · Answer

Thats what had me stuck

anonymous · Answer

I honestly think it's C.... It seems like the best answer because everything else doesn't seem right.

anonymous · Answer

Thank you :)

anonymous · Answer

I've not done this in a while, so I COULD be wrong, and you're welcome :).