I'm a dual US/UK citizen. Can I still enter the UK temporarily on my US passport?

1. Can a British citizen enter the UK on a foreign passport?
2. Can I leave the US with one passport and enter with another?
3. Do I have to enter the UK on my UK passport?
4. Does UK accept dual citizenship?
5. Can a British citizen be refused entry to the UK?
6. Can I leave the UK on a different passport?
7. What are disadvantages of dual citizenship?
8. Which passport should I use if I have dual citizenship?
9. Can I travel with 2 passports?
10. How long can British citizen stay away from UK?
11. Can I enter the UK with an expired British passport?
12. Will EU passports be valid after Brexit?

Can a British citizen enter the UK on a foreign passport?

As above, there is no requirement, in either British law or regulation, that requires British citizens to use a British passport to enter the UK. All that is required is that the documentation presented be adequate for the purpose and duration of the visit.

Can I leave the US with one passport and enter with another?

Most U.S. citizens, including dual nationals, must use a U.S. passport to enter and leave the United States. Dual nationals may also be required by the foreign country to use its passport to enter and leave that country. Use of the foreign passport does not endanger U.S. citizenship.

Do I have to enter the UK on my UK passport?

The UK does NOT have such a requirement. ie, you can enter the country using either your US or UK passports - as long as the passport you use is valid for the type of trip.

Does UK accept dual citizenship?

Dual citizenship (also known as dual nationality) is allowed in the UK. This means you can be a British citizen and also a citizen of other countries. You do not need to apply for dual citizenship. ... Check with the country's consulate or embassy in the UK to find out about that country's laws on dual nationality.

Can a British citizen be refused entry to the UK?

Refusing entry to the UK

They should be refused entry under paragraph 320(9) of HC 395. A person seeking entry without a valid UK entry clearance falls to be refused under paragraph 24 of HC 395.

Can I leave the UK on a different passport?

There is no immigration/border control when you leave the U.K. Airlines check passports to ensure you have legal entry to where you are going.

What are disadvantages of dual citizenship?

Drawbacks of being a dual citizen include the potential for double taxation, the long and expensive process for obtaining dual citizenship, and the fact that you become bound by the laws of two nations.

Which passport should I use if I have dual citizenship?

U.S. nationals, including dual nationals, must use a U.S. passport to enter and leave the United States. Dual nationals may also be required by the foreign country to use its passport to enter and leave that country.

Can I travel with 2 passports?

Not only can you live abroad, but you can use your second passport to access more countries visa-free. Plus, the coronavirus outbreak has made dual citizenship even more useful — in a world where many borders are closed to Americans, having a second passport means you may be able to travel where others can't.

How long can British citizen stay away from UK?

If you have indefinite leave to remain

It might be a good idea if you want to live abroad in the future. You can live outside the UK for 5 years without losing your settled status. With indefinite leave to remain, you can only live outside the UK for 2 years.

Can I enter the UK with an expired British passport?

You can always enter the UK as a British citizen,even with an expired passport. The immigration officer should be able to check the database on his computer,and you will be straight through.

Will EU passports be valid after Brexit?

Is my EU/UK passport still valid after Brexit? ... UK passport holders will be able to travel to the EU/EFTA on their passport as long as it is less than 10 years old and has at least six months left on its expiry date. That includes the burgundy EU/UK passports and the new blue UK passports.