The UAE government identified two broad conditions tied to the granting of citizenship, both of which carry serious consequences if breached by a naturalised citizen. The UAE government details when naturalised foreigners can lose citizenship due to violating allegiance or laws, alongside eligibility criteria for applicants. Photo credit: Getty ImagesSource: Getty ImagesWhen the UAE can withdraw citizenshipAccording to the information published by the UAE government, a naturalised foreigner can lose their citizenship in two situations: violating the oath of allegiance and loyalty to the UAE, or failing to abide by the country's laws. Any foreigner found to have breached either of the stated conditions risks having their citizenship status formally withdrawn. Who qualifies for UAE citizenshipThe publication of these conditions comes after the UAE previously outlined the categories of people eligible to apply for citizenship.