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NATIONALITY GRANTED

Spanish dual nationality

Who can keep another nationality when becoming Spanish, and what declaration steps may apply.

Must I give up my original nationality?

It depends on your former nationality and the applicable legal exception. A Spanish renunciation declaration and effective loss under the other country's law are not always the same.

Which countries allow dual nationality with Spain?

Do not use generic lists. Read the Civil Code and your current country's law before the oath or promise appointment.

What to do

Verify both countries' laws before making the registry declaration.

Steps

  1. Identify current nationality
  2. Read articles 23 and 24
  3. Check other country's law
  4. Prepare Civil Registry appointment
  5. Keep registration proof

Civil Code articles 23 and 24: renunciation declaration, retention and loss.

Verified: 2026-10-21Next review: 2027-01-19

What happens after the oath?

Follow the Civil Registry's instructions for registration and later documents.

Prepare registration and oath
Check nationality status→

official:https://www.boe.es/buscar/act.php?id=BOE-A-1889-4763|https://www.mjusticia.gob.es/es/ciudadania/nacionalidad

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