“Can I Get a Second Passport Through Identity Change?” Amicus Separates Myth from Fact

Clarifying how legal identity changes intersect with second citizenship acquisition in 2025

VANCOUVER, British Columbia 
In an era where privacy, security, and global mobility are increasingly intertwined, the question often asked is: Can you obtain a second passport through a legal identity change? According to Amicus International Consulting, the answer is both yes and no—depending on how it is done, where it’s done, and whether the process complies with international law.

Contrary to popular belief, obtaining a second passport is not merely a side effect of changing your name or identity. Instead, it’s a complex process that typically involves citizenship by investment, naturalization, ancestry, or exceptional contributions, often requiring separate legal procedures even if part of a larger identity transformation.

Amicus International Consulting, a global authority on legal identity reinvention, dives into the realities of how second citizenship works in conjunction with identity change. In this exclusive press release, the firm presents case studies, breaks down international law, and debunks myths surrounding “instant passports” often associated with clandestine identity change services.

Second Citizenship vs. Identity Change: What’s the Difference?

Many mistakenly believe that changing one’s name or residence automatically leads to a new passport. However, passports are instruments of nationality, not personal identity. This means:

  • Identity change can refer to a new name, gender marker, place of residence, or alteration to a civil record.
  • Citizenship acquisition requires legal recognition by a government and confers nationality upon the individual.

Changing your identity does not grant you a second passport unless you also undergo a legal process to acquire citizenship in a new country.

Case Study 1: U.S. Client Acquires St. Kitts Passport Through Investment, Identity Change Follows

A New York-based entrepreneur sought a complete legal reset following divorce and financial disputes. He acquired citizenship in St. Kitts and Nevis through the country’s Citizenship by Investment Program (CBI), meeting all legal requirements.

Once granted citizenship, he formally changed his name through St. Kitts’ civil court and had the new name applied to his St. Kitts passport. Amicus then guided him through the proper steps to:

  • Apostille the name change judgment
  • Notify U.S. and international banks of his new legal identity
  • Align tax filings and residency declarations to his new profile

This is a legally valid path to obtaining a second passport and transforming one’s identity, because both processes were handled in compliance with the laws of both the host and home countries.

What the Law Says: Getting a Passport Requires Nationality

Amicus emphasizes a key legal truth: you can only get a passport from a country where you are a citizen. Legal name changes alone do not entitle someone to foreign documentation.

According to the 1961 Convention on the Reduction of Statelessness and most national immigration laws, a passport:

  • Proves citizenship of a sovereign nation
  • Requires documentation, such as birth records, naturalization certificates, or CBI approvals
  • Cannot be issued simply because a person uses a different name or claims refugee status

Expert Interview: Immigration Attorney Carla Menendez (Amicus Global Team)

Q: Can a change in identity alone give someone a new passport?
Menendez: “No. Identity change involves updating the civil and administrative data associated with you. To obtain a new passport, you must have a valid passport. The two processes can work in parallel, but they are not interchangeable.”

Q: So, why do people associate identity change with obtaining a second passport?
Menendez: “Because some online services blur the line between the two. They promise new names and documents but don’t clarify that a passport must come from a government that recognizes you as a citizen.”

Q: What about people who lose their original documents?
Menendez: “Amicus handles lost documentation cases by establishing new, lawful identity foundations—but again, a passport comes only from real citizenship.”

Case Study 2: African-Born Client Uses Ancestry Law to Gain Citizenship in Italy

A client born in Kenya approached Amicus seeking a way to cut ties with her past, which included familial persecution and documented discrimination. After genealogical research, Amicus discovered she was eligible for Italian citizenship by descent through her grandfather.

Through verified legal procedures, the client:

  • Secured citizenship and an Italian passport
  • Changed her name in Italy’s civil registry
  • Relocated legally to Portugal under EU mobility rights

She did not “buy” a new identity or forge documents. Her passport was granted through legal ancestry, and her name change was recognized throughout the EU thanks to civil status alignment.

The Legal Routes to a Second Passport

Amicus identifies four legitimate methods for obtaining a second passport:

  1. Citizenship by Investment (CBI) – Legal in Caribbean countries (e.g., Dominica, Antigua, St. Lucia)
  2. Citizenship by Ancestry – Common in Ireland, Italy, Poland, and others
  3. Naturalization through Residency – Requires a long-term residence in countries such as Paraguay, Uruguay, or Canada.
  4. Exceptional Contribution Citizenship – Granted for notable contributions to science, sports, or public service

In each case, Amicus ensures that legal name changes and civil identity updates occur after or alongside the citizenship process to align the new passport with the client’s lawful identity.

Common Myths About Second Passports and Identity Change

  • Myth 1: You can buy a passport on the dark web that works for travel. Fact: These are forgeries. Using one is illegal and will result in arrest.
  • Myth 2: Changing your name allows you to apply for a passport in a new country. Fact: Citizenship must come first. Name change follows.
  • Myth 3: All second passport programs are scams. Fact: Many are legally approved by governments and listed in immigration law.
  • Myth 4: Governments don’t share information across borders. Fact: Most are part of global data-sharing agreements, including CRS and AML laws.

Case Study 3: Australian Client Legally Renounces First Citizenship

One client, fearing political targeting and social unrest, chose to renounce his Australian citizenship legally after securing St. Lucian citizenship through investment.

Amicus ensured:

  • The renunciation process complied with Australian and St. Lucia law
  • All records of identity change were documented and certified
  • The client’s new passport matched all global travel requirements

He now resides in Panama, operates under a new identity, and has no legal or administrative ties to his former nationality. This lawful reinvention is fully recognized under international norms.

Why Amicus Prioritizes Legal Clarity

Amicus strongly warns against vendors who promise instant identities or non-traceable documents. These services are often:

  • Involve forged papers or non-governmental documents
  • Fail at immigration, banking, or customs checkpoints
  • Violate international law, risking arrest and blocklisting

Instead, Amicus prioritizes lawful restructuring of identity using recognized government procedures. Each new identity is:

  • Verified across jurisdictions
  • Matched with the correct documentation
  • Designed for long-term compliance and functionality

Final Thoughts: Yes, But Only Legally

Can you obtain a second passport through identity change?

Yes—but only if the passport is acquired legally, through citizenship, and the identity change is part of a broader lawful strategy.

Amicus International Consulting remains a global leader in assisting individuals in obtaining second citizenship, updating their legal identity, and reintegrating into society without violating any laws or ethics.

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About Amicus International Consulting
Amicus International Consulting provides legal strategies for identity change, second citizenship, and international relocation. With jurisdictional expertise in over 50 countries, the firm enables clients to lawfully restructure their identity while maintaining full compliance with global laws.