After Trump's election victory, the number of Americans applying for British citizenship hits a record high.
Immigration lawyers reported that in the first few months after Donald Trump took office, the number of American citizens applying for British citizenship hit a record high, with a surge in the number of Americans hoping to move to the UK.
According to official data released on Thursday, more than 1,930 American citizens applied in the first three months of 2025, the highest number on record, up 12% from the previous quarter. Immigration lawyers said that political instability in the United States has led to a surge in inquiries about British visas and citizenship, particularly among American professionals after Trump announced tariffs.
"People are leaving out of fear, frustration, and concerns over economic security. Beyond that, there are deeper concerns about personal safety," said Ono Okeregha, director of the immigration law firm.
Similarly, Canadian media reported in April that the number of Americans applying for Canadian citizenship was also surging.
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