![]() – genealogist – a person who traces or studies lines of family descent – dual citizenship – the status of a person who is a legal citizen of two or more countries – rights – a moral or legal entitlement to have or do something – surrounding – related to around involved with ![]() – uncertainty – a situation in which something is not known for sure – straightforward – uncomplicated and easy to do or understand – submit – to give or offer something for a decision to be made by others – get to grips (with something) – to start to deal with a problem, situation, or job that you have to do – (by) descent – the origin or background of a person in terms of family or – citizenship – the position or status of being a citizen of a particular (here I refer to my regrets that it took such a long time to learn about my – a long time coming – arriving or happening after a lot of time has passed So – what do you think? Should families research their family history and start a family tree together? I certainly feel a little guilty for not visiting the villages connected with my ancestors when I lived in Poland on and off between 20. My researcher has also discovered the names, birthplaces and educational backgrounds of my grandfather’s siblings and parents.Īpplying for Polish citizenship has made me wonder why so many people don’t take an interest in their roots and ancestors. I’ve learned some revealing things about my grandfather, such as the fact that the Soviets deported him and his family to Arkhangelsk, Russia, in 1940. ![]() My father will apply for a Polish passport as well.Ī few weeks ago, I hired a genealogist to carry out research on my Polish ancestors. Considering the uncertainty surrounding Brexit, and the future rights of British citizens who wish to travel, live and work in the EU, holding dual citizenship might be very useful down the line. Obtaining Polish citizenship by descent is relatively straightforward. Download the audio file for the text here:Īs I have the right to obtain Polish citizenship by descent, I’ve been spending a great deal of time getting to grips with the Law on Polish citizenship and asking specialists for advice about which documents I need to submit for my application.
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