Can you keep your Azerbaijan citizenship when you become a U.S. citizen?
Not allowed
No, in general
Azerbaijani citizens who become U.S. citizens do not keep their original citizenship, as Azerbaijan does not recognize dual nationality and naturalizing elsewhere can lead to denaturalization.
What the law says
- Azerbaijan does not recognize dual nationality.
- Nationals can be denaturalized for obtaining another nationality.
- Persons who acquire another nationality must notify authorities within thirty days or risk denaturalization and/or fines.
- Criminal liability for dual nationality was abolished in 2020, but loss of nationality still involves a legal proceeding in Azerbaijan.
“Azerbaijan does not recognize dual nationality”
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 Azerbaijan lets you keep yours.
Source: Azerbaijani nationality law (Wikipedia, summarized on 2026-11-11). Laws change — confirm with the Azerbaijan embassy or consulate before your oath ceremony. This is not legal advice.
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