Can you keep your Dominica citizenship when you become a U.S. citizen?
Allowed
Yes, in general
Citizens of Dominica who become U.S. citizens keep their Dominican citizenship, since dual nationality is accepted.
What the law says
- Dual nationality has been acceptable since independence by virtue of the Dominica Modification of Enactments Order 1978.
- Dominican nationals may voluntarily renounce their affiliation only if they are legal adults and able to acquire other nationality, avoiding statelessness.
- Renunciation may not be accepted if Dominica is at war with the proposed new source of nationality.
- Denaturalisation may occur for fraud, treason, disloyalty or service to a foreign government, certain criminal offences, or loss of nationality by a spouse or parent.
“Dual nationality has been acceptable since independence by virtue of the Dominica Modification of Enactments Order 1978.”
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 Dominica lets you keep yours.
Source: Dominican nationality law (Wikipedia, summarized on 2026-11-11). Laws change — confirm with the Dominica embassy or consulate before your oath ceremony. This is not legal advice.
Getting ready for your citizenship interview?
Practice all 128 civics questions and the full interview with an AI officer. Free to start.
Start practicing free