Prince Harry declares US as his new home, renounces British residency

Prince Harry has officially made the United States his primary residence, a significant move in his ongoing transition away from the British royal family.

This change was documented in a filing with Companies House for his eco-travel initiative, Travalyst, where he listed the U.S. as his new habitual residence as of June 29, 2023. This update came a day after he and Meghan Markle vacated Frogmore Cottage in the UK.

The shift raises questions about the implications for his royal titles and whether he will address these changes during his forthcoming trip to London. Although he has relinquished his British residency, Harry continues to express deep ties to the UK, referring to it as his “home” and highlighting concerns for his family’s safety there.

In recent statements, he has prioritized his children’s connection to their British heritage while maintaining their safety in the US. Harry has also contemplated American citizenship, but it remains a lesser priority, complicated by admissions of past drug use in his memoir, ‘Spare.’ Legal experts suggest that his past may not pose a significant barrier to his immigration status unless new legal issues arise. However, uncertainties about needing to renounce his royal titles for U.S. citizenship persist, hinting at potential future challenges.