Can you keep your Panama citizenship when you become a U.S. citizen?
Allowed with conditions
Only in some cases
Birthright Panamanians keep their citizenship when they become U.S. citizens, but naturalized Panamanians lose it.
What the law says
- Birthright Panamanians may acquire other nationalities by complying with the other country's laws.
- Birthright nationals of Panama cannot lose their nationality or renounce it.
- Naturalized Panamanians are not permitted to have multiple nationalities.
- Naturalized Panamanians can lose their nationality by obtaining another nationality.
“Birthright nationals of Panama cannot lose their nationality or renounce it.”
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 Panama lets you keep yours.
Source: Panamanian nationality law (Wikipedia, summarized on 2026-11-11). Laws change — confirm with the Panama embassy or consulate before your oath ceremony. This is not legal advice.
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