Can I regain my British citizenship?

Resume your British nationality. In some cases it's possible to resume your British nationality after renouncing it. Read the guidance to check if you can apply. It is taking longer than usual to process applications because of coronavirus (COVID-19).


Can you get your citizenship back after renouncing?

It's important to recognize that in nearly all cases, a renunciation is an irrevocable act, meaning you won't be able to change your mind and regain U.S. citizenship.

How long does it take to regain British citizenship?

You'll usually get a decision within 6 months - some applications can take longer. It may take longer than the usual 6 months to get a decision because of coronavirus (COVID-19). This will not affect the decision. You'll be told if you need to provide more information to help with your application.


How many generations back can you claim British citizenship?

Eligibility for British Nationality

There is no provision for UK Ancestry working rights and British nationality is passed down a maximum of 3 generations. This means that having a UK born great grandparent means that there is no provision available to qualify to live and work in the UK.

Do you lose British citizenship when you become an American?

Both the UK and US allow dual citizenship so Americans who would like to apply for British citizenship are able to maintain both citizenships. There is no specific application process to apply for American British dual nationality – all you need to do is to apply to become a UK citizen.


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Can you hold both American and British citizenship?

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 do not need to apply for dual citizenship. You can apply for foreign citizenship and keep your British citizenship.

Can I have both a British and American passport?

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.

How long can you live outside the UK without losing British citizenship?

If you stay outside the UK for longer than this you lose your 'right to return' - this means you lose your settled status or your indefinite leave to remain. If you get British citizenship, you can leave the UK for as long as you want without losing your right to return.


What is the new rule about British citizenship?

The Nationality and Borders Act 2022 introduces a change in that regard. As of 28 June 2022, where an individual who holds indefinite leave to enter or remain in the UK applies to naturalise as a British citizen, the Home Office will not require to examine the individual's immigration history.

What happens if you lose your British citizenship?

An individual in the UK who has been deprived of their British citizenship no longer has any UK immigration status - they might be granted permission to stay or steps can be taken to remove them from the UK. If they are overseas, they cannot re-enter the UK using a British passport.

Can I lose my British citizenship if I live abroad?

Voting and citizenship

Your UK citizenship will not be affected if you move or retire abroad. If you want to live in an EU country, check the country's living in guide for information about your rights. You may need a visa.


Does UK citizenship last forever?

While there are some circumstances that can result in your citizenship being revoked, it's uncommon. With UK citizenship you can freely enter, exit, live and work in the UK forever.

How do I get British citizenship by descent?

British citizenship is normally automatically passed down one generation to children born outside the UK. For example, you might automatically become a citizen if you're born outside the UK to a British parent.
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Check your eligibility if you were born:
  1. on or after 1 July 2006.
  2. between 1983 and June 2006.
  3. before 1983.


Can expats get their citizenship back?

Once you're caught up on expat taxes, present yourself before a U.S. consular or diplomatic officer, pay the renunciation fee and sign an oath, then you're detached from U.S. citizenship. However, once you renounce, it's done. Getting back your citizenship will be irrevocable and irreversible.


Can you be a citizen of no country?

The international legal definition of a stateless person is “a person who is not considered as a national by any State under the operation of its law”. In simple terms, this means that a stateless person does not have a nationality of any country. Some people are born stateless, but others become stateless.

Why are US citizens giving up citizenship?

The top reason why expats want to dump their U.S. citizenship is the burden of filing U.S. taxes. Some 77% of expats don't think they should have to pay U.S. taxes while living abroad.

Can I claim British citizenship through my grandfather?

British Citizenship by Double Descent

Under certain circumstances, you can apply for citizenship if one of your grandparents was born in the UK or was a British citizen at the time of your birth. This route is known as British citizenship by Double Descent.


What is the difference between British citizenship and naturalisation?

You can check if you are already a citizen on the government website. However, if you're not automatically a British citizen, you can become one through the process of naturalisation. Being a citizen is a status, while naturalisation is a legal process to acquire it!

What is the fastest way to get British citizenship?

You can apply for citizenship if you've lived in the UK for 5 years and have had one of the following for 12 months:
  1. indefinite leave to remain in the UK.
  2. 'settled status' (also known as 'indefinite leave to remain under the EU Settlement Scheme')


Can I be refused British citizenship?

Citizenship applications may be refused if you do not meet the eligibility criteria, including if: you have not spent enough time in the UK. there is no evidence you were born in the UK or that you have a British parent. you have not held indefinite leave to remain (ILR), or EUSS settled status for 12 months or more.


How many days can I stay outside the UK for British citizenship?

You need to prove you were: living in the UK for the 3 years before you apply. outside the UK for no more than 270 days in those 3 years. outside the UK for no more than 90 days in the past 12 months.

Can I get back into the UK without my passport?

From 1 October 2021 you need a valid passport to travel to the United Kingdom (UK). The UK is made up of England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland. For more information on travelling to the UK from 2021.

Does having a British passport mean you are a British citizen?

As a British citizen, you are also entitled to a UK passport that you can use to travel freely in and out of the country. British citizens have other rights too, this includes the right to vote in all elections, the right to stand for office, the right to claim public funds and the right to be joined by family members.


How long can I live in the UK with a U.S. passport?

Holders of the U.S. passport are entitled to stay in the United Kingdom for a period of up to six months with no need of applying for a visa unless they are travelling for work or study. For stays of longer than six months, a visa will be necessary regardless of circumstances.

What are the disadvantages of dual nationality?

Drawbacks of being a dual citizen include the potential for double taxation, the long and expensive process for obtaining dual citizenship, and the fact that you become bound by the laws of two nations.