Can you keep your Venezuela citizenship when you become a U.S. citizen?
Allowed
Yes, in general
Venezuelan citizens who become U.S. citizens keep their Venezuelan citizenship, since dual nationality is permitted.
What the law says
- Dual nationality is permitted under Venezuelan law as of Article 34 of the Constitution.
- Venezuelans with dual nationality must enter and exit Venezuela with their Venezuelan passport.
- Venezuelans with dual citizenship have the same rights and duties as those without it.
- Venezuelan-born citizens may voluntarily renounce their nationality if they obtain a foreign nationality, but this requires a declaration at a diplomatic mission or public registry.
“Dual nationality is permitted under Venezuelan law as of Article 34 of the Constitution of Venezuela.”
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 Venezuela lets you keep yours.
Source: Venezuelan nationality law (Wikipedia, summarized on 2026-11-11). Laws change — confirm with the Venezuela embassy or consulate before your oath ceremony. This is not legal advice.
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