UK Dual Nationality Specialists
Millions of people worldwide have an undiscovered claim to British citizenship. You may be able to hold two passports — without giving up your current nationality. Passportia's IAA-regulated specialists find the route others miss.
- 2013
Established- 4.8★
Google Rating- 50+
Countries Served
Your path to dual nationality depends on your personal circumstances and family history. Many people have a complex claim they don't know about — and Passportia specialises in uncovering exactly those cases.
Our specialists review your family history at no charge and advise on your best route.
You may already be British
Many people are British citizens by birth — even if they've never held a British passport and have never set foot in the UK. Your citizenship could pass through parents and grandparents going back generations.
- British nationals can live and work anywhere in the UK — without a visa
- A British passport gives you access to 185+ countries visa-free
- You keep your current nationality — no need to choose
- You could be British from birth — even without knowing it
What is a Citizenship Report?
For complex claims, we prepare a detailed legal opinion: a thorough examination of your family history, historical documents, and nationality law. If the report is positive, we then guide you through the full application.
Also known as a 'Status Trace', this is the gold-standard assessment for complex ancestry claims.
Why Dual Nationality?
British citizenship is one of the world's most valuable — and it doesn't require you to give up what you already have.
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British citizens have the right to enter, live, and work in the UK, Channel Islands, and Isle of Man — for life, with no conditions.
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A British passport grants visa-free or visa-on-arrival access to over 185 countries, including all EU member states.
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Access world-class UK universities at home rates, and use the National Health Service as a British citizen.
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British citizens have the right to vote in UK elections and, in most circumstances, stand for elected office.
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British citizenship can be passed to children born after you obtain it, securing their options for the future.
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As a British national, you can access UK consular assistance and protection in countries worldwide.
UK Dual Citizenship Law
UK law generally permits dual citizenship, but there are important exceptions that can affect your existing nationality. Passportia advises on all of these.
- General Rule: Dual Nationality Permitted
British citizens may hold a second nationality. US, Australian, Canadian, South African, and New Zealand citizens may generally retain their citizenship on acquiring British nationality (subject to their own country's laws).- British Subjects & Protected Persons
A British subject or British protected person will lose that status on acquiring another citizenship. This is a narrow category affecting relatively few people.- Overseas Citizens & Special Categories
British Overseas citizens, British National (Overseas), and certain British Overseas Territories citizens may permanently lose eligibility if they acquire another citizenship before registering as a full British citizen.- Deprivation Risk
Any British national who holds or acquires a second citizenship is, in certain circumstances, potentially more susceptible to citizenship deprivation proceedings. This is a complex, evolving area of law — expert advice matters.
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Effects vary — we advise case-by-case
Many countries do not allow dual citizenship. If you acquire British citizenship, consequences in your home country can range from nothing at all to automatic loss of your existing nationality. Always seek advice before applying.
Our Process
A clear, transparent process — no jargon, no surprises.
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We review your family history, birthplaces, and any existing documents to determine if a claim exists.
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For complex claims, we prepare a formal legal opinion — the Citizenship Report — examining your status in depth.
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We compile documents, draft your letter of representation, and prepare the strongest possible submission.
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Once approved, we advise on your British Passport application — and on protecting your dual national status going forward.
Client Testimonials
Rated 4.8★ on Google. Here's what our clients say.
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This morning Julian and I attended the British Consulate in Sydney and became British citizens — thank you so much for all your help. We could never have worked our way through the mire to do it ourselves. You and your company were a God-send!
F.M. & J.M.
Sydney, Australia
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I would just like to thank you very much for all the assistance received during my recent British Passport application. Without your guidance I probably wouldn't have managed at all. I would without any doubt recommend Passportia to any prospective applicants.
W.L.
Rustenberg, South Africa
Regulated by the Immigration Advice Authority (IAA) Level 2, reference number F201300772
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