"Kosovo citizenship acquired by Dua Lipa: Now a unified individual"
Popular musician Dua Lipa, known for her advocacy for Kosovo's independence, has been granted citizenship by the Republic of Kosovo. This significant move was announced on July 31, 2025, by President Vjosa Osmani through a presidential decree.
Born in London, Dua Lipa holds British citizenship by birth. She also acquired Albanian citizenship in 2022 for her contributions to promoting Albanian culture. With the addition of Kosovan citizenship, Dua Lipa now holds three citizenships, reflecting her familial, cultural, and personal ties to Kosovo.
Dua Lipa spent a formative part of her childhood in Pristina, Kosovo's capital, between the ages of 11 and 15. She has been actively involved in promoting Kosovo's culture, particularly through the Sunny Hill Festival, which she co-founded.
President Osmani hailed Dua Lipa as one of the most iconic cultural figures in Kosovo's history, emphasising her role in carrying Kosovo's story globally. This symbolic gesture by Kosovo is seen as significant, not only for Dua Lipa but also for the country's international profile.
It is worth noting that all three countries—Kosovo, Albania, and the UK—allow multiple citizenships, so Dua Lipa's triple nationality holds no legal conflict.
Dua Lipa's parents are of Kosovar origin, making her a proud daughter of Kosovo. As a prominent figure in the music industry and a vocal supporter of Kosovo's independence, her new citizenship is a testament to her deep-rooted connection with her heritage.
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Dua Lipa's new Kosovan citizenship further solidifies her connections to the country, given her childhood spent in Pristina and her involvement in promoting Kosovo's culture through the Sunny Hill Festival. This high-profile nod from Kosovo's government signals Dua Lipa's continued influence and role in shaping pop-culture discussions, particularly in relation to Kosovo's story and identity in the global entertainment landscape.
