Can I renew my US passport while retaining my Canadian citizenship?

Question: I'm 28 years old, born in the US and am a Canadian citizen living in Canada. My US passport was last renewed at the age of 5.

1. I would like to renew my US passport and not sure how to do so. Please advise.

2. I would also like to know if I can retain my Canadian citizenship as well after renewing my US passport; i.e. would I be able to have dual citizenship? If so, what steps do I need to take?

Any advice would be greatly appreciated.

Answer: The U.S. and Canada allow for dual citizenship. You only lose U.S. citizenship if you voluntarily relinquish it. This requires you complete a form and pay a fee. If you did not do this, then you probably have dual citizenship and can possess passports from both countries. You should use a valid U.S. passport to enter the United States and a valid Canadian passport to enter Canada.

Since your U.S. passport was issued when you were a minor, you must appear in person in order to apply for a new one. You can do this at the nearest U.S. embassy or consulate general. Below if a list of locations.

• Canada: Ottawa

• Canada: Calgary

• Canada: Halifax

• Canada: Montreal

• Canada: Quebec

• Canada: Toronto

• Canada: Vancouver

• Canada: Winnipeg

• Canada: VPP Northwest Territories

• Canada: VPP Nunavut

• Canada: VPP Southwest Ontario

• Canada: VPP Yukon