Prince Harry’s ongoing legal battle over his US immigration application has cast doubt on his ability to maintain his royal titles if he becomes a US citizen. However, recent analysis suggests that Harry may not have to relinquish his titles, thanks to the precedent set by his daughter, Lilibet Diana Mountbatten-Windsor.
According to legal expert Gita Gorji, Lilibet’s status as an American citizen with a foreign title of nobility provides a legal framework for Harry to retain his titles. “Lili was born in Santa Barbara, California, so she is a US citizen at birth,” Gorji told Daily Express US. This precedent suggests that Harry could potentially become a US citizen without sacrificing his royal titles, as long as he does not hold public office in the United States.
The possibility of Harry retaining his royal titles has significant implications for his future and his relationship with the British monarchy. If he is able to maintain his titles, it could pave the way for his potential return to the UK and a reconciliation with the royal family. In a previous interview, Harry expressed his pride in flying the British flag high and his love for his home country, indicating his desire to maintain his ties to the UK.
The legal precedent set by Lilibet’s dual citizenship provides a glimmer of hope for Harry in his ongoing legal battle. It remains to be seen how the courts will ultimately rule on his case, but the potential to retain his royal titles while becoming a US citizen would undoubtedly be a significant victory for the Duke of Sussex.
