Can you keep your Chad citizenship when you become a U.S. citizen?
Allowed
Yes, in general
Chadian citizens who become U.S. citizens keep their Chadian citizenship, since dual nationality has been allowed in Chad since 1962.
What the law says
- Dual nationality has been allowed in Chad since 1962.
- The presidency is not open to candidates who hold more than Chadian nationality.
- Chadian nationals born in the territory cannot be denaturalized.
- Nationality may be lost for acts of disloyalty, crimes against the state, or fraud in a naturalization petition.
“Dual nationality has been allowed in Chad since 1962”
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 Chad lets you keep yours.
Source: Chadian nationality law (Wikipedia, summarized on 2026-11-11). Laws change — confirm with the Chad embassy or consulate before your oath ceremony. This is not legal advice.
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