Some things in life are overrated. EU citizenship is not one of them. Being a citizen of the European Union opens up more than just borders to its residents. You can build your life in another EU country. You have rights as a student, worker, job seeker and pensioner in any Member State. You even have the opportunity to raise your family in your adopted home too.

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EU citizenship comes with   lots of benefits,

such as: the right to move   and reside  anywhere in the EU,

This means your home can  be anywhere in the EU.

You can stay in any EU country  for up to three months.

All you need is a valid  ID card or passport.

In case you decide to settle down  for more than three months,

then you simply need to   register as a resident.

The requirements will differ  depending on the country,

As a worker, once you have  proof of employment, 

you're free to stay   as long as you want.

As a jobseeker, you can move to another  EU country for up to six months. 

As a pensioner, you enjoy the  right to live in any EU country. 

All you need is health  insurance, and 

proof you have the means  to support yourself.

As a student, the   same conditions apply

as long as you are enrolled  at an approved school or university.

Your EU citizenship comes   with additional rights.

In fact, your family can join   you in your new EU country,

and you have the right to vote and be   a candidate for local and European elections. 

After five years of legally   residing in another EU country,

you can apply for  permanent residency.