16 ways in which Meghan Markle's life has changed now that she's joined the royal family

American actress Meghan Markle's life undoubtedly changed when she began dating Prince Harry, but with their royal wedding making her an official part of the royal family, her life is changing in an even bigger way.

Here are 16 major ways Markle's life has been altered now that she and Prince Harry have tied the knot.

She can't be active in politics.

Markle was outspoken about racial issues and gender equality before she became the Duchess of Sussex, but she can't be an active participant in politics married to Harry.

Members of the royal family are also prevented from running for office. So, alas, Markle won't be making her presidential run anytime soon.

Markle still speaks out about gender equality, but in broader terms. While visiting New Zealand,

"The achievements of the women of New Zealand who campaigned for their right to vote and were the first in the world to achieve it are universally admired," she said "In looking forward to this very special occasion, I reflected on the importance of this achievement, but also the larger impact of what this symbolizes. Because, yes, women's suffrage is about feminism, but feminism is about fairness."

As to whether Markle voted in the US 2018 midterm elections, Kensington Palace just told People "No comment."

She'll become a British citizen.

Prince Harry's communications secretary told BBC that Markle intends to become a citizen of the UK and will be "compliant with immigration requirements at all times."

She'll have to go through the same process as anyone else. She'll apply for a family visa and marry within six months of arriving in the country. After five years, she can be granted permanent residency and apply for citizenship by taking a test.

She's giving up her acting career.

Markle is an accomplished actor, philanthropist, blogger, and fashion designer. And although the Crown loves ambitious partners for royals, wives of royals are often "encouraged" to give that up and focus on royal pursuits once they marry into the family.

Many have noted that Markle shut down her blog "The Tig" and has started using her platform to speak about charities she is passionate about — a career more in line with what she'd be encouraged to do as a royal.

There's nothing explicitly saying she has to give up acting now that they're married, but Grace Kelly notably abandoned her acting career when she became Princess of Monaco.

She joined the Church of England.

Kensington Palace announced that Markle, an American Protestant, would join the Church of England before the wedding service. She was reportedly

She won't use social media.

Indeed, Kensington Palace released a statement in January saying that the time had come.

"Ms. Markle is grateful to everyone who has followed her social media accounts over the years, however as she has not used them for some time, she has taken the decision to close them," the statement said.

She can never play Monopoly at home.

This is an odd, but true fact. The royal family is expressly forbidden from playing the board game "Monopoly" with each other because the games apparently got "too vicious."

She has to sit in royal ranking order.

The royal family always has to sit and arrive in a room in order of succession to the throne. And although that means she'll likely be able to sit with Harry for most functions, she'll also have to get used to claiming the same spot with the same seatmates.

She has to curtsy to all higher-ranking royals.

Her title will change.

She'll probably be encouraged to dress "modestly"

Markle is known as a fashionista, and even guest designed for a clothing line. But she's probably being encouraged to dress modestly and dress formally, even though it's not an official requirement.

After all, look at the hubbub that accompanied Kate Middleton when she wore a slightly off the shoulder dress.

She has even more security.

Being a royal isn't easy, especially when it comes to being protected from legions of adoring fans. CNN noted that she has access to a team of bodyguards and security detail.

But it's not like Meghan was vulnerable before marrying Harry: she reportedly gained a security presence after news of their relationship went more public, according to Us Weekly.

She has to follow the queen's lead.

Markle and the queen have apparently gotten on pretty well, which is a good sign, since she'll have to get very good at paying attention to the queen.

Members of the royal family are expected to go by the queen's lead. If she's standing? You're standing. She's sitting? You'd better sit if you can.

She has to familiarize herself with British dining etiquette.

She has to master the "duchess slant" when she sits.

She'll live a more lavish lifestyle.

Markle's life before royalty was nothing to scoff at: she was a successful actress and had an impressive career. But, of course, marrying into the family guarantees that she will live more comfortably than she can imagine.

It's unclear what budget she'd have, but it's pretty safe to assume Harry could spare some of his estimated $40 million.

She has to wear a lot more hats.

16 ways in which Meghan Markle's life has changed now that she's joined the royal family

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