Can you keep your Uzbekistan citizenship when you become a U.S. citizen?
Not allowed
No, in general
No, Uzbekistani citizens who become U.S. citizens lose their Uzbekistani citizenship because Uzbekistan does not recognize dual citizenship.
What the law says
- Uzbekistan does not recognize multiple citizenship.
- Acquiring a foreign passport is grounds for losing Uzbekistani citizenship.
- An Uzbekistani citizen is not recognized as a citizen of a foreign state while holding Uzbek nationality.
- Naturalization applicants must renounce any previous foreign citizenship.
“Acquiring a foreign passport is grounds for losing Uzbekistani 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 Uzbekistan lets you keep yours.
Source: Uzbekistan nationality law (Wikipedia, summarized on 2026-11-11). Laws change — confirm with the Uzbekistan embassy or consulate before your oath ceremony. This is not legal advice.
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