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Which foreign residents are likely to become German after citizenship law change?

Germany's citizenship reform aims to attract skilled workers and ease naturalisation for long-term residents by allowing dual citizenship, reducing residency requirement, and extending birth right citizenship to children born to long-term residents.

CDU leader: 'Dual citizenship creates too many problems in Germany'

Merz advocates for stricter migration laws and the revocation of citizenship for dual nationals who commit crimes.

FACT CHECK: Can Germany's CDU scrap the dual nationality law?

Threat of CDU party overturning citizenship reforms sparking fear among foreigners in Germany

KEY POINTS: What you need to know about Germany's citizenship law reform

Germany has passed a new citizenship law allowing multiple nationalities for all individuals, including Germans acquiring citizenship.
Opposition parties have voiced their disagreement with allowing dual citizenship and reforming the law.

Germany's parliament approves easing dual citizenship DW 01/19/2024

German lawmakers have voted to change the law to open up the possibility of dual citizenship and reduce the time needed for naturalization.
The law change is aimed at attracting skilled workers and easing labor shortages in Germany.

'It will take forever': Foreigners brace for long waits for German citizenship

Foreign nationals in Germany will soon qualify for citizenship after a law change reducing residency requirements.
The draft law allows for dual citizenship, meaning people can naturalize as German without giving up their previous passports.

Which foreign residents are likely to become German after citizenship law change?

Germany's citizenship reform aims to attract skilled workers and ease naturalisation for long-term residents by allowing dual citizenship, reducing residency requirement, and extending birth right citizenship to children born to long-term residents.

CDU leader: 'Dual citizenship creates too many problems in Germany'

Merz advocates for stricter migration laws and the revocation of citizenship for dual nationals who commit crimes.

FACT CHECK: Can Germany's CDU scrap the dual nationality law?

Threat of CDU party overturning citizenship reforms sparking fear among foreigners in Germany

KEY POINTS: What you need to know about Germany's citizenship law reform

Germany has passed a new citizenship law allowing multiple nationalities for all individuals, including Germans acquiring citizenship.
Opposition parties have voiced their disagreement with allowing dual citizenship and reforming the law.

Germany's parliament approves easing dual citizenship DW 01/19/2024

German lawmakers have voted to change the law to open up the possibility of dual citizenship and reduce the time needed for naturalization.
The law change is aimed at attracting skilled workers and easing labor shortages in Germany.

'It will take forever': Foreigners brace for long waits for German citizenship

Foreign nationals in Germany will soon qualify for citizenship after a law change reducing residency requirements.
The draft law allows for dual citizenship, meaning people can naturalize as German without giving up their previous passports.
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German Lawmakers Agree to Ease Path to Citizenship

Germany has approved legislation allowing shorter waiting periods before naturalization and the possibility of dual citizenship.
The changes are aimed at attracting more skilled workers to the country and creating a more diverse society.

German upper house approves bill easing citizenship rules

German lawmakers have passed a bill that makes the process of obtaining citizenship easier and allows people to become German citizens while keeping their original citizenship.
The naturalisation reform reduces the residency requirement for applying for German citizenship from eight to five years, and grants German citizenship at birth to children of parents from abroad if one parent has been legally residing in Germany for five years.
People who obtain German citizenship will no longer have to give up the citizenship of their native country, allowing German-born Turks and others to become voters in Germany.

German parliament approves easing rules to get citizenship, dropping restrictions on dual passports

German lawmakers have approved legislation easing rules on gaining citizenship and ending restrictions on dual citizenship.
The legislation aims to bolster the integration of immigrants and attract skilled workers.

How good does your German have to be for the different paths to citizenship?

German citizenship applicants now qualify in five years, not eight, after passing a B1 language test; dual citizenship allowed since June 27.

German Lawmakers Agree to Ease Path to Citizenship

Germany has approved legislation allowing shorter waiting periods before naturalization and the possibility of dual citizenship.
The changes are aimed at attracting more skilled workers to the country and creating a more diverse society.

German upper house approves bill easing citizenship rules

German lawmakers have passed a bill that makes the process of obtaining citizenship easier and allows people to become German citizens while keeping their original citizenship.
The naturalisation reform reduces the residency requirement for applying for German citizenship from eight to five years, and grants German citizenship at birth to children of parents from abroad if one parent has been legally residing in Germany for five years.
People who obtain German citizenship will no longer have to give up the citizenship of their native country, allowing German-born Turks and others to become voters in Germany.

German parliament approves easing rules to get citizenship, dropping restrictions on dual passports

German lawmakers have approved legislation easing rules on gaining citizenship and ending restrictions on dual citizenship.
The legislation aims to bolster the integration of immigrants and attract skilled workers.

How good does your German have to be for the different paths to citizenship?

German citizenship applicants now qualify in five years, not eight, after passing a B1 language test; dual citizenship allowed since June 27.
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For These Americans, Mexico Is Their Country Too

Leonor Davila's family journey highlights the irony of her daughter choosing to move to Mexico despite their struggles to enter the U.S.

I'm a dual citizen who lives in Canada. It's not as easy as you think to move here.

Traveling between the US and Canada is easy for dual citizens, but Americans face challenges when moving to Canada long-term due to residency requirements.

10 Countries Where You Can Get a Passport Through Ancestry

Dual citizenship opportunities exist through family heritage in at least 50 countries.
Obtaining dual citizenship can be lengthy and requires extensive documentation.
Countries like Ireland have straightforward citizenship-by-ancestry programs.

The 7 easiest countries to get citizenship, from Europe to the Caribbean

Surge in inquiries for citizenship options reflects Americans' desire to explore alternatives following the US election results.

I'm an American who got citizenship in 2 European countries without setting foot in either one. Here's how I did it.

The journey to dual citizenship can be complex but is achievable with thorough research and the right support.

I'm Discovering My Jamaican Heritage Through the Journey of Dual Citizenship

Dual citizenship allows individuals to enjoy the benefits of belonging to two cultures and gain access to opportunities in both countries.

For These Americans, Mexico Is Their Country Too

Leonor Davila's family journey highlights the irony of her daughter choosing to move to Mexico despite their struggles to enter the U.S.

I'm a dual citizen who lives in Canada. It's not as easy as you think to move here.

Traveling between the US and Canada is easy for dual citizens, but Americans face challenges when moving to Canada long-term due to residency requirements.

10 Countries Where You Can Get a Passport Through Ancestry

Dual citizenship opportunities exist through family heritage in at least 50 countries.
Obtaining dual citizenship can be lengthy and requires extensive documentation.
Countries like Ireland have straightforward citizenship-by-ancestry programs.

The 7 easiest countries to get citizenship, from Europe to the Caribbean

Surge in inquiries for citizenship options reflects Americans' desire to explore alternatives following the US election results.

I'm an American who got citizenship in 2 European countries without setting foot in either one. Here's how I did it.

The journey to dual citizenship can be complex but is achievable with thorough research and the right support.

I'm Discovering My Jamaican Heritage Through the Journey of Dual Citizenship

Dual citizenship allows individuals to enjoy the benefits of belonging to two cultures and gain access to opportunities in both countries.
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Can Joey Daccord be Canada's savior in goal?

Joey Daccord's potential representation for Canada raises questions about his eligibility due to his multiple citizenships.
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The 7 Easiest Countries to Get Citizenship, From Europe to the Caribbean

Election anxiety is driving many Americans to seek second citizenship or residency abroad.
Options for obtaining citizenship include ancestry claims and investment in 'golden passport' schemes.
European Union citizenship offers significant benefits, including job and study opportunities across member nations.

U.S. Citizens Can Buy A Second Passport From These Countries

Citizenship by investment (CBI) provides a pathway to second passports through financial investments, simplifying residency and legal rights compared to visa options.

The 7 Easiest Countries to Get Citizenship, From Europe to the Caribbean

Election anxiety is driving many Americans to seek second citizenship or residency abroad.
Options for obtaining citizenship include ancestry claims and investment in 'golden passport' schemes.
European Union citizenship offers significant benefits, including job and study opportunities across member nations.

U.S. Citizens Can Buy A Second Passport From These Countries

Citizenship by investment (CBI) provides a pathway to second passports through financial investments, simplifying residency and legal rights compared to visa options.
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South Africa to revoke beauty queen's ID documents DW 10/31/2024

Chidimma Adetshina, a dual citizen, withdrew from Miss South Africa due to xenophobic backlash but will now represent Nigeria in Miss Universe.

Iran Executes Jamshid Sharmahd, German-Iranian Opponent Who Lived in U.S.

Iran executed Jamshid Sharmahd, a dual citizen and political opponent, amid international protests over the legitimacy of his trial and conviction.

Voting in the UK and French elections taught me a concerning lesson that Americans should heed when heading to the polls

A shift towards extreme politics in both the UK and France raises concerns about the future of moderate governance globally.

Jus sanguinis or blood right' might entitle you to citizenship in Europe

Croatia's relaxed citizenship requirements provide easier pathways for descendants to gain EU citizenship.

My family went back to Scotland for the first time in 6 years. The restaurants were allergy-friendly, and we were surprised by how friendly people were.

The warmth and friendliness of Scottish people were surprising and reminiscent of experiences in Hawaii.

'Stateless' Indian children in Sweden set to benefit from new guidelines

Indians can now obtain foreign citizenship without renouncing their Indian nationality, altering previous interpretations of the Citizenship Act.
Minor children of Indian parents retain their citizenship despite parental acquisition of foreign nationality under specified conditions.
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Russian court sentences American Ksenia Karelina, former ballerina, to 12 years for treason

Ksenia Karelina sentenced to 12 years in a Russian penal colony for treason related to pro-Ukraine activities.

Who is Pavel Rubtsov, the journalist released in Russia-West prisoner swap?

Pablo Gonzalez Yague, a Spanish-Russian journalist and apparent Star Wars fan, was part of a significant prisoner swap between Russia and the West since the Cold War.

Russia arrests dual US citizen for Ukraine-linked treason'

A woman with dual Russian and US nationality arrested in Russia for raising funds for Ukraine's armed forces.
Treason accusations against the woman include collecting money for a Ukrainian organization to benefit the Ukrainian armed forces.

Germany's parliament votes on easing dual citizenship DW 01/19/2024

German lawmakers are considering changes to the naturalization law to allow for dual citizenship.
The proposed changes would reduce the length of time required to qualify for citizenship.

US-Ukrainian dual citizens warned 'against all travel' as Kyiv cracks down on 'draft dodgers' - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

US embassy in Kyiv issued travel alert warning for Ukrainian dual citizens not to travel due to draft and restrictions on leaving the country.
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