Can I Keep My Chinese Citizenship if I Become a U.S. Citizen?
Generally no, you would lose it
China does not recognize dual citizenship.
Chinese nationals who voluntarily naturalize in another country are generally considered to have automatically lost Chinese citizenship. There is no overseas-citizen card, although long-term visa options exist for former nationals.
What the United States does
The United States allows dual citizenship. It does not require you to give up your previous citizenship to naturalize, and taking the Oath of Allegiance does not, by itself, make the U.S. treat your other citizenship as lost. Whether you actually keep it depends on the laws of your country of origin, described below.
Before you decide
Citizenship laws change, and your individual case can have details that matter. Before you naturalize, confirm the current rules with a China consulate or embassy, and consider speaking with an immigration attorney if keeping your other citizenship is important to you.
This is general information, not legal advice, and is current as of 2026. Always confirm with official sources.