What is Gu Ailing’s original nationality?

Gu Ailing used to be an American national.

Gu Ailing is Chinese. In June 2019, Gu Ailing officially changed her nationality from American to Chinese. As a star athlete that has attracted much attention in this Winter Olympics, Gu Ailing, who is only 18 years old, can be called a veritable genius girl. This skiing genius, Stanford academic, and a very good-looking Chinese-American mixed-race girl was born in the United States and automatically obtained American citizenship. However, when she was 14 years old, she made the decision to change her nationality.

In 2003, Gu Ailing was born in the United States. According to American rules, she automatically obtained American citizenship. It is reported that Gu Ailing has long had the idea of ??naturalizing in China, but US law requires that teenagers under the age of 16 are considered to lack appropriate judgment and are not allowed to naturalize.

After naturalizing to China, does she need to give up her American citizenship? China does not recognize dual nationality. Therefore, once China gives her Chinese nationality, it means that it will no longer recognize her American nationality.

However, China will not require her to give up her American citizenship before naturalizing in China. Whether it is giving up American citizenship or naturalizing in China, it will take time. There will be a time lag during this period. During this time, Gu Ailing will become a stateless person, which is too risky. Therefore, China will give her Chinese nationality and passport before she gives up her American citizenship to ensure a seamless transition.