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US ESTA application, not renounced previous citizenship
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When applying for a U.S. ESTA, it's important to clarify your citizenship status accurately. Since you were born a Malaysian citizen and obtained British citizenship as a child, Malaysia's laws indicate that your Malaysian citizenship is technically void due to its prohibition on dual citizenship. Therefore, while you have not formally renounced your Malaysian citizenship, you should list it as a previous citizenship on your ESTA application. This approach ensures clarity and aligns with legal guidelines regarding your current citizenship status.
Basically, I was born with Malaysian citizen, but got British citizenship as a kid.
I've never formally renounced my Malaysian citizenship, but Malaysia doesn't allow dual citizenship, so legally I guess it was voided when I took up British citizenship.
Do I say that I am still a Malaysian citizen because I technically never renounced my citizenship, or do I list it as a previous citizenship? Thanks!
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