Table of Contents
- 1 Can I leave a country on one passport and enter on another?
- 2 Is having 2 UK passports legal?
- 3 Can a UK citizen enter the UK on a foreign passport?
- 4 How many citizenships can you have in UK?
- 5 Which countries allow dual citizenship with UK?
- 6 Can a British citizen have dual citizenship with another country?
- 7 Can a dual national travel abroad with the UK?
- 8 How do I get guidance about multiple British passports?
Can I leave a country on one passport and enter on another?
The general rule of thumb for dual nationals going to one of their countries is enter and exit on that country’s passport. Dual national US citizens must use their US passport when entering and leaving the United States, which after all makes sense: You’re an American leaving, or returning to, America.
Is having 2 UK passports legal?
Legally, British nationals can possess two passports. The second document is called a concurrent passport, and is fairly common for business partners to employ. These can prove useful should a person wish to travel to countries which do not permit travellers who have a particular state’s stamp on their passport.
Can I travel with two valid passports?
Dual or multiple citizenship is legal in Canada. However, it may not be legal in the other country or countries where you hold citizenship.
Can a UK citizen enter the UK on a foreign passport?
Yes, you can. Leaving the UK with a foreign passport is not a problem at all. If you try to enter the UK with a foreign passport, you should expect to be questioned by an immigration officer on how long you intend to stay in the UK, and what you intend to do there.
How many citizenships can you have in UK?
Yes. The United Kingdom allows triple citizenship (multiple citizenship). This means that when you become a British citizen, you don’t need to give up previous nationalities. Also, having other citizenships will not affect your application for British citizenship.
Can I enter UK with citizenship certificate?
Travelling to and from the UK You cannot enter the UK using your BRP or certificate of British citizenship.
Which countries allow dual citizenship with UK?
Some of the main countries which accept dual citizenship with the UK include:
- Australia.
- Belgium.
- Canada.
- Denmark.
- France.
- Finland.
- Greece.
- Hungary.
Can a British citizen have dual citizenship with another country?
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. Many countries do not accept dual citizenship.
Do you need two passports if you have dual citizenship?
For citizens of countries such as the USA, Canada, UK & Australia it is common for many citizens to have two passports. As previously mentioned, I would also recommend taking both passports with you if you are a dual citizen even if you think you’ll only have the need for one of them.
Can a dual national travel abroad with the UK?
Travelling abroad. As a dual national you cannot get diplomatic help from the British government when you are in the other country where you hold citizenship. For example, if you hold both British and Chinese citizenship you cannot get diplomatic help from the UK when you’re in China.
How do I get guidance about multiple British passports?
For guidance about customers who hold 2 or more British passports, see Multiple British passports and nationality statuses. If you have any questions about the guidance and your line manager or senior caseworker cannot help you or you think that the guidance has factual errors then email Guidance & Quality, Operating Standards.
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