Methods of acquisition of citizenship - SS1 Government Lesson Note

Each country has its own specific requirements and procedures for acquiring citizenship. So, it is important to research and understand the rules and regulations of the country in question. Citizenship can be acquired through several methods, including:

·         Birth: If a person is born within the territory of a country, they are usually granted citizenship of that country, regardless of their parents' citizenship.

·         Descent: If a person is born to at least one parent who is a citizen of a country, they may be eligible for citizenship of that country.

·         Marriage: In some cases, a person can acquire citizenship through marriage to a citizen of a country. However, the specific requirements and procedures vary depending on the country.

·         Naturalization: This is the process by which a foreign national becomes a citizen of a country by fulfilling certain legal requirements, such as a period of residency, language proficiency, and passing a citizenship test.

·         Investment: In some countries, a person can acquire citizenship by investing a certain amount of money in the country's economy. This is known as citizenship by investment.

·         Special circumstances: In certain cases, a person may be granted citizenship due to special circumstances, such as being a stateless person or a refugee.