jjjenkin

I was born in England, though both my parents were American citizens. Our family only stayed there around 7 years, moving back to the United states. Since I was born in England, would I be eligible for dual citizenship or not?

Thanks.

DeanUK2US

I'd imagine it would depend on if they gave birth to you here as tourists or residents. If tourists, I don't think you do - otherwise you could well be!

lansbury

Have you read this page. It may answer your question

http://www.ukba.homeoffice.gov.uk/br...yingterritory/

jjjenkin

Cool, I had not seen that page on the homeoffice site...looks like it should be an easy process then.

Thanks!

fatbrit

The year of birth is relevant. You didn't give it.

jjjenkin

After reading quite a bit more, and the fact I was born < 1983, it seems I'm automatically a British citizen, as are my children (by descent). Since I have a birth certificate, I should be able to apply for a UK passport no issue. They say obtaining a UK passport is a true test of citizenship.

Thanks for all the help guys.

fatbrit

Yep -- before 1983 it's XIVth-esque. You're good to go! Have you got a UK birth certificate?

jjjenkin

Yes, I do have a UK birth certificate. I saw the form NS which would basically come back and tell me yes or no you are a citizen but I don't know if I want to pay 75 pounds for that.