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Renouncing citizenship

Citizens of full age and capacity.

Under Part III section 8 of the Barbados Citizenship Act cap. 186, any citizen of full age and capacity may renounce their citizenship. The Minister may refuse to register a renunciation during a war in which Barbados is engaged.

How to apply

  1. 1 Complete the renunciation application form.
  2. 2 Pay the $500 fee.
  3. 3 Submit with originals and photocopies of your documents.

What you need

Bring the original of every document as well as a photocopy.

  • Completed renunciation application
  • Evidence that you hold or will acquire another nationality
  • Originals and photocopies of all supporting documents

Forms