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Why I regret using 23andMe: I gave up my DNA just to find out I’m British | Technology | The Guardian (www.theguardian.com)
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[–] catloaf@lemm.ee 1 points 3 weeks ago (2 children)

It actually does make a very important difference. You might be eligible for citizenship in those countries.

[–] TheGrandNagus@lemmy.world 5 points 3 weeks ago

True, although that would only go as far back as parents or grandparents. And a PDF from 23andMe saying you're 8% French certainly wouldn't be usable grounds to claiming citizenship.

[–] Spitefire@lemmy.world 1 points 3 weeks ago

Yep, my dad and I are currently working with a lawyer to get our documents in order for dual citizenship. Once one of us qualifies my son becomes eligible and we can more easily emigrate to an EU country.