Can you keep your Liberia citizenship when you become a U.S. citizen?
Not allowed
No, in general
Liberians who voluntarily acquire another nationality, such as U.S. citizenship, can lose their Liberian nationality.
What the law says
- Liberians of origin can be denaturalized for applying for nationality in another state.
- Denaturalization can also occur for serving another country's military or official capacity without presidential authorization, or for voting in another nation's election.
- Liberians may renounce their nationality if the renunciation is officially made to a Liberian diplomatic or consular officer in a foreign state.
- Naturalized persons can be denaturalized if they reside outside Liberia for a specified period.
“Liberians of origin can be denaturalized for applying for nationality in another state”
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 Liberia lets you keep yours.
Source: Liberian nationality law (Wikipedia, summarized on 2026-11-11). Laws change — confirm with the Liberia embassy or consulate before your oath ceremony. This is not legal advice.
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