In a surprising turn of events, Prince Harry has officially cut ties with Britain by listing the United States as his permanent residence.
The Duke of Sussex’s decision to change his official residence and sever connections with the United Kingdom has sent shockwaves through royal circles.
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Reports from the Daily Mail have revealed that Prince Harry has updated his records in the UK to indicate that he no longer resides in the country.
According to filings published by Companies House, Prince Henry Charles Albert David, Duke of Sussex, has now declared the United States of America as his new habitual residence.
This move comes amidst mounting pressure on the U.S. government to disclose Harry’s visa records following legal action by the conservative Heritage Foundation think tank in Washington D.C.
The Heritage Foundation’s lawsuit aims to uncover whether Prince Harry had been truthful about his past drug use in his 2023 memoir, Spare, which was released three years after his U.S. visa was approved.
The judge has ruled that the review of Harry’s visa documents will be conducted behind closed doors, adding a layer of intrigue to the situation.
In a related development, the Duke has filed a notice with Companies House regarding the ecotourism non-profit Travelist, an organization he founded.
Prince Harry recently surprised attendees at the annual General Meeting of Travelist by appearing via video call from his palace in Montecito.
He passionately advocated for sustainable practices in the travel industry, urging tourists to prioritize environmental conservation during their journeys.
Questions arose about Harry’s continued involvement with Travelist after the organization announced a new phase without explicitly mentioning him, prompting speculation about his role.
Having stepped down as senior royals in 2020, Prince Harry and Meghan Markle now reside in the United States with their children, Prince Archie and Princess Lilibet, in Montecito, California.
The couple had to relinquish their U.K. home, Frogmore Cottage, following the publication of Harry’s memoir, Spare, last year.
Frogmore Cottage, a wedding gift from the late Queen Elizabeth, was vacated by the Duke and Duchess of Sussex after they were asked to leave in March.
Despite his move to America, Prince Harry has made occasional trips back to the UK, including a visit to his father, King Charles, after a cancer diagnosis.
He is scheduled to return in May for the 10th anniversary of the Invictus Games, although it remains uncertain if Meghan will accompany him.
The Duke’s concerns over his security arrangements during visits to the UK were highlighted when a High Court judge dismissed his appeal against the government’s decision to reduce his security status post his royal exit.
In a bid to address security issues following his resignation as a senior royal, Prince Harry has taken legal action against the government.
The ongoing saga surrounding Harry’s transition away from the British monarchy continues to captivate audiences worldwide, as he navigates life in the public eye while forging a new path in the United States.