Does UK allow dual citizenship with Canada?
John Johnson
Updated on March 08, 2026
Both Canada and the United Kingdom allow Dual Nationality. This means that a person can hold nationality (and the passport) of both countries.
Can I live in UK with dual 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 can apply for foreign citizenship and keep your British citizenship. Many countries do not accept dual citizenship.
How long can you live outside the UK without losing citizenship?
5 years
You can live outside the UK for 5 years without losing your settled status. With indefinite leave to remain, you can only live outside the UK for 2 years. Find out what you need to apply for settled status.
Can a dual Canadian citizen lose their citizenship?
In fact, Canadian citizens cannot lose their citizenship unless they voluntarily renounce it via a complicated legal procedure. However, for citizens of many other countries who obtain Canadian citizenship, dual citizenship does not always apply.
Do you have to be British citizen to have dual citizenship?
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.
Can a Canadian citizen have a second citizenship in another country?
A citizen of Canada will retain Canadian citizenship upon acquiring a second citizenship in another country. In fact, Canadian citizens cannot lose their citizenship unless they voluntarily renounce it via a complicated legal procedure.
Is it possible to get dual citizenship in another country?
You can apply for foreign citizenship and keep your British citizenship. Many countries do not accept dual citizenship. Check with the country’s consulate or embassy in the UK to find out about that country’s laws on dual nationality. There will be no change to the rights and status of EU citizens currently living in the UK until 30 June 2021.
