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British citizenship & identity◐ Partly answered

Could I keep my British passport after Irish unity?

Short answer

Probably, if you remained a British citizen. But British passports are issued under UK law, and no detailed arrangements have been agreed.

What we know Fact

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What is still unclear Interpretation

Practical arrangements, such as where to apply and what services British citizens would get, are unknown.

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