US vs. Canadian citizenship in the UK

Hi All,

I am a natural born Canadian Citizen, lived there for 3 years, and the rest of my life in the States.  I am a naturalized American Citizen, thus I carry 2 passports.  I know almost nothing about Canada, however, I do have a valid Canadian passport.

When I was applying for my UK Work Permit, I presented my American passport.  However, since Canada is part of the Commonwealth, I'm wondering if there is any benefit for me presenting my Canadian passport instead of my American.

Thanks

Hi there!

There is one POSSIBLE advantage I can think of. Was any of your grandparents born anywhere in the United Kingdom (including Ireland)?

Hi there!

There is one POSSIBLE advantage I can think of. Was any of your grandparents born anywhere in the United Kingdom (including Ireland)?

Unfortunately, no.... too bad!!

Right. Otherwise you could have applied for the Commonwealth Ancestry visa which would entitle you to work for up to four years without any work permit requirement and pretty much also guarantees indefinite leave at the end of that four year period provided that you maintain full residence and work history (and pay taxes throughout the period).

Commonwealth citizens under a certain age can also apply for a Working Holidaymaker visa - not open to Americans.