How do I know if Im dual citizen?

Every country decides whom it considers to be a citizen. If more than one country recognizes you as a citizen, you have dual citizenship. You don’t apply for dual citizenship, and there is no related certificate.

Do I automatically have dual citizenship?

Persons may have dual nationality by automatic operation of different laws rather than by choice. U.S. law does not mention dual nationality or require a person to choose one nationality or another. A U.S. citizen may naturalize in a foreign state without any risk to his or her U.S. citizenship.

Is dual citizenship the same as Dual nationality?

Dual citizenship (also known as dual nationality) is allowed in the UK. This means you can be a British citizen and also a citizen of other countries. You can apply for foreign citizenship and keep your British citizenship. Many countries do not accept dual citizenship.

What to do if you have dual citizenship with the US?

Dual nationals who are arrested or detained should request police or prison officials to notify the closest U.S. embassy or U.S. consulate. Military Service: U.S. citizens holding dual nationality may be subject to mandatory military service in a foreign country.

Can a dual citizen be detained in another country?

Notification and Access to Detained Dual Nationals: Many countries, even those that do not prohibit dual citizenship, do not explicitly recognize dual citizenship under their laws. U.S. consular officials abroad may not be afforded access to U.S. citizens in detention if they are citizens of the country where they are detained.

How can I relinquish my US citizenship?

In order to relinquish U.S. nationality by virtue of naturalization as a citizen of a foreign state, the law requires that the person must apply for the foreign nationality voluntarily and with the intention to relinquish U.S. nationality. Intent may be shown by the person’s statements and conduct.

What does dual citizenship mean under the Immigration and Nationality Act?

Dual Nationality. Section 101(a)(22) of the Immigration and Nationality Act (INA) states that “the term ‘national of the United States’ means (A) a citizen of the United States, or (B) a person who, though not a citizen of the United States, owes permanent allegiance to the United States.” Therefore, U.S. citizens are also U.S. nationals.

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