Can you keep your Zambia citizenship when you become a U.S. citizen?
Allowed
Yes, in general
Since 2016, Zambian citizens who acquire another citizenship, such as U.S. citizenship, generally keep their Zambian citizenship, though a simple registration process is required.
What the law says
- Since 2016, Zambia has allowed dual nationality for most persons.
- A simple registration process is required for dual nationality.
- The 2016 Constitution limited grounds for denaturalisation to having committed fraud in obtaining nationality.
- Persons who were Zambian and previously lost their nationality may apply for repatriation through Citizenship for Bestowal.
- Zambians may renounce their nationality provided they comply with registration processes; if they have not acquired another nationality within six months, Zambian nationality is automatically restored.
“Since 2016, Zambia has allowed dual nationality for most persons, though a simple registration process is required.”
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 Zambia lets you keep yours.
Source: Zambian nationality law (Wikipedia, summarized on 2026-11-11). Laws change — confirm with the Zambia embassy or consulate before your oath ceremony. This is not legal advice.
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