Can you keep your Angola citizenship when you become a U.S. citizen?
Allowed
Yes, in general
Angolan citizens who become U.S. citizens generally keep their Angolan citizenship, since Angola has allowed dual nationality since 1991.
What the law says
- Angola has allowed dual nationality since 1991.
- The 1984 Nationality Law discouraged dual nationality but recognized it could exist voluntarily or involuntarily under international agreements.
- Since 1991, the Nationality Law has not banned dual nationality.
- Other nationality held by Angolans must not have legal applicability while in Angola.
- Angolans attributed nationality at birth cannot be deprived of it and may renounce it only if officially recorded in the Central Registry Office.
“Angola has allowed dual nationality since 1991.”
What about the U.S. side?
The United States allows dual citizenship. At the oath ceremony you promise to renounce allegiance to other countries, but U.S. law does not make you formally give up your other passport. The question is only whether Angola lets you keep yours.
Source: Angolan nationality law (Wikipedia, summarized on 2026-11-11). Laws change — confirm with the Angola embassy or consulate before your oath ceremony. This is not legal advice.
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