Royal 101: The Current Royal Line of Succession (Updated July 2026)

Updated 20 July 2026. This article was first published in February 2025 and has been revised to reflect changes in the line of succession, most notably the removal of Andrew Mountbatten Windsor’s royal titles in November 2025.

King Charles III currently reigns as Britain’s monarch, having ascended to the throne in September 2022. Below him, a clear line of succession ensures the continuity of the British monarchy. Here are the first 26 people in line to the throne, as they stand in July 2026:

1. William, Prince of Wales (b. 1982)

The eldest son of King Charles III and the late Princess Diana, William serves as heir apparent. A former air ambulance pilot, he now works full-time as a senior royal, focusing on environmental causes, mental health awareness, and homelessness. Married to Catherine (Kate) Middleton, he balances royal duties with raising their three children.

2. Prince George of Wales (b. 2013)

William and Catherine’s eldest child, George represents the future of the monarchy. Currently attending Lambrook School, he’s being gradually introduced to royal duties while maintaining as normal a childhood as possible within his unique position.

3. Princess Charlotte of Wales (b. 2015)

The second child of William and Catherine benefits from the Succession to the Crown Act 2013, which ended male preference primogeniture. A student at Lambrook School alongside her brothers, Charlotte has shown early poise at public events.

4. Prince Louis of Wales (b. 2018)

The youngest child of William and Catherine has captured public attention with his spirited appearances at royal events. Like his siblings, he attends Lambrook School.

5. Prince Harry, Duke of Sussex (b. 1984)

The younger son of King Charles III and Princess Diana now resides in California with his family. Despite stepping back from senior royal duties in 2020, he retains his place in the succession.

6. Prince Archie of Sussex (b. 2019)

Harry’s eldest child with Meghan Markle lives in California. His birth marked a significant moment as one of the first mixed-race members of the British royal family.

7. Princess Lilibet of Sussex (b. 2021)

Named after her great-grandmother Queen Elizabeth II’s family nickname, Lilibet lives in California with her parents and brother.

8. Andrew Mountbatten Windsor (b. 1960)

The second son of Queen Elizabeth II stepped back from public duties in 2019. On 17 October 2025 he announced he would stop using his titles, and by Letters Patent dated 3 November 2025 King Charles formally declared that he “shall no longer be entitled to hold and enjoy the style, title or attribute of ‘Royal Highness’ and the titular dignity of ‘Prince’.” The dukedom of York was removed at the same time, and he is now known simply as Andrew Mountbatten Windsor. Crucially, none of this changes his place in the succession: he remains eighth in line. Losing a title and losing a claim to the throne are two different things, and only an Act of Parliament could do the latter — which, under the Statute of Westminster 1931, would also require the consent of every other Commonwealth realm. In February 2026 the government said it was “not ruling out action” on his place in the line, but as of this update no such legislation has been passed.

9. Princess Beatrice (b. 1988)

The elder daughter of Prince Andrew and Sarah Ferguson works in business while maintaining some charitable patronages. She married Edoardo Mapelli Mozzi in 2020.

10. Sienna Mapelli Mozzi (b. 2021)

Daughter of Princess Beatrice and Edoardo Mapelli Mozzi, Sienna represents the next generation of the extended royal family.

11. Athena Elizabeth Rose Mapelli Mozzi (b. 2025)

The second child of Princess Beatrice and Edoardo Mapelli Mozzi.

12. Princess Eugenie (b. 1990)

The younger daughter of Prince Andrew and Sarah Ferguson works in the art world while supporting various charities. She married Jack Brooksbank in 2018.

13. August Brooksbank (b. 2021)

Son of Princess Eugenie and Jack Brooksbank, August was named partly in honor of Queen Victoria’s consort Prince Albert, who had Augustus as a middle name.

14. Ernest Brooksbank (b. 2023)

The second son of Princess Eugenie and Jack Brooksbank, Ernest was named after his paternal great-great-great-grandfather. Eugenie and Jack announced in May 2026 that they are expecting a third child, due in early September 2026. When that baby arrives it will enter the line at 15th, moving the Duke of Edinburgh and everyone below him down one place.

15. Prince Edward, Duke of Edinburgh (b. 1964)

The youngest son of Queen Elizabeth II works full-time as a senior royal, having taken on many of his late father’s responsibilities, particularly with the Duke of Edinburgh’s Award scheme.

16. James, Earl of Wessex (b. 2007)

The son of Prince Edward and Sophie, James maintains a relatively private life and has so far taken on very few public engagements.

17. Lady Louise Mountbatten-Windsor (b. 2003)

Edward and Sophie’s elder child, Louise studied at the University of St Andrews and occasionally participates in royal events.

18. Princess Anne, The Princess Royal (b. 1950)

The only daughter of Queen Elizabeth II is known for her extensive charitable work and was previously an Olympic equestrian. She’s consistently ranked as one of the hardest-working royals.

19. Peter Phillips (b. 1977)

Anne’s son works in sports and event management. Despite being the Queen’s eldest grandchild, he holds no royal title due to his mother’s wish for her children to live more normal lives.

20. Savannah Phillips (b. 2010)

Peter’s elder daughter with his former wife Autumn Kelly lives a relatively private life while occasionally appearing at major royal events.

21. Isla Phillips (b. 2012)

Peter’s younger daughter also maintains a private life while participating in family gatherings.

22. Zara Tindall (b. 1981)

Princess Anne’s daughter followed in her mother’s footsteps as an accomplished equestrian, winning an Olympic silver medal. She’s married to former rugby player Mike Tindall.

23. Mia Tindall (b. 2014)

Zara and Mike’s eldest daughter often appears at equestrian events supporting her mother.

24. Lena Tindall (b. 2018)

The second daughter of Zara and Mike Tindall continues the family’s tradition of living a relatively normal life while maintaining royal connections.

25. Lucas Tindall (b. 2021)

The youngest child and only son of Zara and Mike Tindall was born at home in a surprise delivery.

26. David Armstrong-Jones, 2nd Earl of Snowdon (b. 1961)

The son of the late Princess Margaret and Antony Armstrong-Jones, he works as a furniture maker and businessman while occasionally attending royal events.

This line of succession represents the evolving face of the British monarchy, combining traditional roles with modern lives and careers. While some members maintain active royal duties, others pursue private careers while retaining their places in this historic lineage.