The Duke and Duchess of Sussex are reportedly planning to stay in California this Christmas with their children Archie and Lilibet, following an awkward decision from King Charles

It has been reported that the couple, who live in the US, did not receive an invite to Sandringham this Christmas

According to a source familiar with the monarch's Christmas plans who spoke to People, King Charles is not inviting the Duke and Duchess of Sussex to this year's royal Christmas gathering at Sandringham.

The couple, who are expected to spend the holidays in the United States, where they live in Montecito in California.

The last time the Duke and Duchess of Sussex spent Christmas at Sandringham was in 2018, the year they tied the knot in the UK.

A source tells PEOPLE that the Duke and Duchess of Sussex have not received an invitation to this year’s royal Christmas gathering at Sandringham. The couple, who are expected to spend the holidays in the U.S., haven’t taken part in Christmas with the royal family since 2018, the year they married.

Prince Harry and Meghan Markle made an emotional plea to King Charles ahead of Christmas. According to OK! Magazine, the Montecito couple express their desire to reunite their families on the special occasion.

Meghan Markle and Prince Harry will be looking forward to a festive season with Prince Archie and Princess Lilibet, but the holidays can also be a difficult time for the couple