Can a U.S. born child lose citizenship?


Can a U.S. born child lose citizenship? Under the 14th Amendment to the U.S. Constitution, the government cannot revoke the citizenship of a natural-born U.S. citizen (U.S.C). However, renouncing citizenship is an option for those born in the United States. Denaturalized U.S. citizens are subject to removal (deportation) from the United States.


Can you lose your U.S. citizenship if you commit a felony?

A felony conviction can affect citizenship in two ways. 1) A naturalized US citizen can lose their citizenship if they concealed this criminal history during the naturalization process. 2) A citizen who is convicted of a felony may lose some of their rights while incarcerated as well as after their release.


What countries do not allow dual citizenship?

The countries that don't allow dual citizenship for adults as of this writing include:
  • Bahamas.
  • China.
  • Haiti.
  • Indonesia (except in certain circumstances)
  • Japan.
  • Kuwait.
  • Laos.
  • Malawi.