Abstract
ABSTRACT Citizenship and naturalisation are often seen as part of a broader process of integration and social inclusion of migrants in host societies. This paper aims to investigate the factors influencing the decision-making process of acquiring citizenship among Swiss migrants in Germany and Germans in Switzerland. A majority of participants in this study opt not to pursue citizenship despite being eligible. While political participation, representation, and a sense of belonging are relevant, they do not drive the desire to become citizens. The benefits of citizenship are pragmatically and individually evaluated and weighed against the costs, leading only a few to pursue naturalisation. This study provides valuable insights into the considerations that shape the decisions of highly skilled lifestyle migrants and contributes to a deeper understanding of citizenship acquisition dynamics in cross-border migration within Europe.
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