My Journey to Dual Citizenship (Canada + UK) But Australia Is Still My First Love

🎙️ My Journey to Dual Citizenship (Canada + UK) But Australia Is Still My First LoveIn this solo episode, I’m sharing a big personal milestone—I’ve officially become a Canadian citizen! After years of navigating immigration paperwork, PR applications, and ceremony dates, I finally hold dual citizenship with the UK and Canada. I walk you through the entire journey—what it really takes, how much it costs, and what I’ve learned along the way.But that’s only half the story.I also take a nostalgic trip back to Australia, the country that first lit the travel fire in me. From the moment I landed in Perth to the chaos of Christmas Eve/Day morning (early hours) to Boxing Day cricket in Melbourne, Australia, my first travel experience completely changed my perspective on the world. I discuss culture shock, the beauty of spontaneity, and how that experience set me on the path I’m still following today.To wrap things up, I share a bit about the future of Winging It—where I see the podcast going, how I want to evolve the solo and immersive episodes, and what I’m most excited to create for the second half of 2025.If you’re curious about moving to Canada, falling for a country you barely knew, or just want to hear honest stories from someone winging it through life and travel—this episode is for you.Timestamps00:00 – Intro to the Podcast & This Week's Episode00:50 – Becoming a Canadian Citizen: The Big News02:10 – The PR Process: Work Permits, Points & Admin Errors04:00 – What It Costs to Become a Canadian Citizen05:10 – Tips for Tracking Travel History for Immigration06:30 – Why Dual Citizenship Was Always a Goal07:45 – Future Life Plans with a Canadian Passport08:30 – Flashback: My First Time in Australia10:00 – Culture Shock in Perth: Heat, Clean Air, and Beaches11:20 – Cricket in Melbourne and Backpacker Christmas Chaos13:00 – How That Aussie Trip Kickstarted My Travel Life14:30 – Lessons from Taking a Chance on Travel15:30 – Australia: Why It Still Feels Like Home16:50 – Winging It Podcast: Future Plans and Format Update18:10 – Outro and What’s Coming Next Week--------------------------------------------------------------Voyascape: Travel Podcast Network - https://voyascape.com/Winging It Travel Podcast - WebsitePlease leave a review and rating wherever you get your podcasts!--------------------------------------------------------------Winging It Travel Podcast CreditsHost/Producer/Creator/Composer/Editor - James HammondContact me - [email protected] Social Media - follow me on:InstagramTikTok Facebook --------------------------------------------------------------Support My Podcast - MembershipsPatreon - HereBuy Me A Coffee - HereAffiliate Links If you click one of the below to book something, I get a tiny commission, which helps the podcast.Book Flights with Skyscanner - Here Use Revolut Travel Card - HereBook Your E-Sim With GigSky - Here Book Hostels With Hostelworld - HereBooking.com - HereBook Experiences With Viator - HereDiscovery Car Hire - HereBook Buses With Busbud - HereBook Trains With Trainline - HereTravel Insurance with SafetyWing - HereBook Flights With Expedia Canada - HereBuy my Digital Travel Planner - Here--------------------------------------------------------------Thanks for supporting me and the podcast!Cheers, James.Mentioned in this episode:Check out all of our other travel podcasts from around the worldThis podcast is part of Voyascape, a podcast network that brings together the world's best travel podcasts. You can find all of our podcasts from around the world at Voyascape.com. If you are interested in advertising or sponsored content on any of our shows you can find out more at the link below.Voyascape Podcast Network