Can you keep your Jordan citizenship when you become a U.S. citizen?
Allowed
Yes, in general
Jordanian citizens who become U.S. citizens keep their Jordanian citizenship, since restrictions on multiple nationalities were repealed in 1987.
What the law says
- Restrictions on holding multiple nationalities were repealed in 1987.
- Any Jordanian national who obtained another citizenship no longer automatically lost Jordanian nationality.
- Former Jordanians who lost status before 1987 may apply for nationality restoration.
- Previously naturalized Jordanians who acquired another citizenship have no path to reacquire Jordanian nationality.
- Jordanian nationality can be relinquished by declaration if the person intends to naturalize elsewhere, subject to Minister of Interior approval unless the destination is an Arab League state.
“any Jordanian national who obtained another citizenship no longer automatically lost their Jordanian 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 Jordan lets you keep yours.
Source: Jordanian nationality law (Wikipedia, summarized on 2026-11-11). Laws change — confirm with the Jordan embassy or consulate before your oath ceremony. This is not legal advice.
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