The topic of citizenship has come up, and as an American living abroad, I have the right to petition for dual citizenship for our LO. I want my baby to have more options when she gets older and having both an American and EU passport would provide more work and living opportunities.

After reading the requirements, it's only then that I realize that'd be easier for me to petition for dual citizenship as well (because in Sweden, a child can be added on for free to a parent's citizenship application).

This is the reason for my post. I'm not convinced I personally want dual citizenship for myself. As is, it won't change anything if I apply for Swedish citizenship, being a resident grants the same rights and privileges. The only real difference would be traveling. I would be able to go into the same line at customs when we return "home". But DH isn't an American citizen, so we'll already have to separated whenever we travel to the US.

Since I've lived abroad, I've noticed a lack of patriotism (unlike what we have in the States). Here in Sweden, people have flags up, but it's just decoration to them. I've been told the same thing from Brits that I've met, that they're not patriotic.

Are Americans the only ones that are more sentimental when it comes to citizenship and nationality? Would you consider applying for citizenship in a country that you don't feel attached to? For those that are dual/triple nationals, what advantages does it give you?