Can you keep your Qatar citizenship when you become a U.S. citizen?
Not allowed
No, in general
Qatari citizens who become U.S. citizens do not keep their original citizenship, since Qatar does not recognize dual citizenship.
What the law says
- Qatar does not recognize dual citizenship.
- Holding another citizenship that is not allowed may lead to revocation of Qatari citizenship.
- Qatari nationality law is based mostly on jus sanguinis.
- Naturalization in Qatar is rare, with a cap of 50 people per year since 2005.
“Qatar does not recognize dual citizenship.”
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 Qatar lets you keep yours.
Source: Qatari nationality law (Wikipedia, summarized on 2026-11-11). Laws change — confirm with the Qatar embassy or consulate before your oath ceremony. This is not legal advice.
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