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<p>If she was born in the United States, she is a citizen automatically. Maybe she was born here…but never “lived” here. If that were the case, she could be a U.S. citizen without having parents who are.</p>
<p>However, she says she has NEVER lived here. That being the case, she would have to have one parent who is a citizen. Her situation is a little different than most. For all intents and purposes, this gal or guy is a resident of the UK and has been all their life. It seems that now they wish to invoke their U.S. citizenship (which they can do) for college purposes. My gut feeling, however, is that this kid’s family doesn’t pay taxes to the U.S. </p>
<p>I’m not an international finaid expert my any measure or means. There is an international board on this forum where someone may be able to be helpful. Or perhaps someone with more experience with folks who have never lived her…but are citizens…can speak up.</p>
<p>This family has owned a home in the UK for 30 years…kid has never lived here. Family clearly has its roots in the UK for all intents and purposes…but the kiddo has dual citizenship.</p>