Can you keep your Bahamas citizenship when you become a U.S. citizen?
Not allowed
No, in general
Bahamian citizens who become U.S. citizens do not keep their original Bahamian citizenship, since dual nationality is not permitted after age 21.
What the law says
- Dual nationality is not permitted in The Bahamas after age 21.
- Nationals with dual status as a minor must choose a single nationality upon reaching majority.
- Nationals may be deprived of status for taking nationality or exercising citizenship rights in another country.
- Bahamian nationals may voluntarily renounce nationality at 21 if they hold another nationality not from a country at war with The Bahamas.
“Dual nationality is not permitted in The Bahamas after age 21.”
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 Bahamas lets you keep yours.
Source: Bahamian nationality law (Wikipedia, summarized on 2026-11-11). Laws change — confirm with the Bahamas embassy or consulate before your oath ceremony. This is not legal advice.
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