Certificate of Loss of Nationality

Renunciation and relinquishment of U.S. citizenship is an important decision that should not be taken lightly. The U.S. Embassy discourages Americans from giving up their U.S. nationality.

If you are convinced that giving up your U.S. citizenship is necessary, please make an appointment by scheduling a “notarial” service through the American Citizen Services appointment system for your initial interview. At the first interview, you will be given the necessary forms and will learn more about the process of filing a Certificate of Loss of Nationality.

Necessary follow-up interviews and other required steps will be discussed during the first appointment.

For Expatriation cases (persons who have reacquired Korean nationality)

• Document for Reacquisition of Korean Nationality (bring original in Korean and an English translation). Contact Korean Immigration officials by calling 1345 to obtain this document.
• Your current or most recent U.S. Passport
• Proof of U.S. Citizenship (Naturalization Certificate, U.S. Birth Certificate, or Consular Report of Birth Abroad)

For Renunciation cases (persons who hold both Korean and U.S. nationality)

• Document for Basic Personal Information (original in Korean and English translation)
• Your current or most recent U.S. Passport
• Proof of U.S. Citizenship (Naturalization Certificate, U.S. Birth Certificate, or Consular Report of Birth Abroad)

Upon receipt of the final Certificate of Loss of Nationality, a payment of $450 fee may be charged depending of the type of loss of nationality.

updated: September 30, 2011