While millions around the world dream of becoming American citizens, a growing number of U.S. citizens living abroad are actively choosing to give up their citizenship—not just for tax or legal reasons, but increasingly out of frustration with the country’s political direction. Immigration lawyers say political dissatisfaction, once rare in such decisions, is now a leading factor. A 2025 survey showed nearly half of U.S. expats are considering renunciation, with many citing the January 6 Capitol riots, gun violence, and the erosion of voting rights.
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According to a report by The Washington Post, between 5,000 and 6,000 Americans renounce their citizenship each year.
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