Meghan Markle Won’t Give Up US Citizenship For This Reason, Says Expert

Meghan Markle will reportedly not give up her U.S. citizenship, according to James Brookes, a royal expert.

While speaking with Express, Brookes made his prediction about Markle keeping her citizenship after Princess Madeleine of Sweden announced that she will be relocating to Florida with her entire family.

“As it stands, and as far as we’re aware, Meghan’s still a US citizen although she’s going through the process of becoming a UK citizen. As such, if she chooses to keep her US credentials and she and Harry have children, the children will be eligible for US citizenship too,” he explained.

“I can’t see why this would be a problem – yes, it’s not something we’ve seen from the Royals before, but depending on whether their children go on to have royal roles or forge their own career paths, it could actually be beneficial for them if they want to move in the future,” he said.

Brookes also noted that this decision will be up to the former “Suits” star. If Markle decides to keep her US citizenship, she is required by the law to submit tax information even when she is living abroad.

Ciaran McGrath, a journalist for Express, said that this may be a problem because members of the royal family want to keep their finances a secret from the public.

“So, it might be for this reason that Meghan chooses to relinquish her US passport when she becomes a naturalized UK citizen. However, she is, quite rightly, very fond and proud of her US roots so I’m sure there’ll be some serious thinking and decision making to be had on that point. With regards to a move over the pond, personally, I think it’s unlikely,” Brookes said.

This means that due to Prince Harry’s extensive work as a member of the royal family, he, Markle, and their future children will live in the UK.