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Dual citizenship in Norway - important changes!

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Many of us have been waiting for this moment for a long time. Dual citizenship in Norway will be possible from the new year. It is a response to the times we live in. It cannot be denied that we live more and more often, not only in several cities, but also in several countries. These are important facilities for the entire Polish community in Norway. What will change? How will it work in practice? Who will be able to get dual citizenship? A little cheat below.

Dual nationality in Norway. Since when?

From January 1, 2020, Norwegians can become citizens of another country without losing their Norwegian citizenship, and foreigners will no longer have to give up their original citizenship to become a citizen of the country of the fjords. These changes are the result of the observation of the government and legal specialists of trends that are appearing in the world. It goes without saying that in our increasingly globalized world, many people are connected to more than one country. This trend is also noticed by Jan Tore Sanner, Minister of Knowledge and Integration. In his opinion, this is the main reason for the changes in the law that will enter into force after January 1, 2020 in Norway. 

The project of changes "on the wallpaper" for many months ...

Poles in Norway they will be satisfied with this turn of events. Plans to introduce dual citizenship in Norway had been considered before. Last year, the Storting passed a government proposal to open up to dual citizenship. In the Cabinet of Ministers on November 1 it was agreed that the amendments to the citizenship law would enter into force on January 1 next year.

Dual nationality in Norway. Since when is possible?

Dual nationality in Norway. What is worth knowing?

Bill and its implementation in progress. It is worth noting here that the amendment allows Norwegians to retain Norwegian citizenship, even if they become citizens of another country. The same applies to foreigners who meet the conditions for acquiring Norwegian citizenship. Norwegian citizens who lost their Norwegian citizenship when they obtained citizenship in another country will now be able to regain it easily. With just a few formal steps. UDI will process applications for Norwegian citizenship from foreigners and former Norwegian citizens.More information on the application rules and procedures can be found on the website The Immigration Directorate (UDI). Poles in Norway according to statistics, it is the largest group of immigrants in Norway, therefore the upcoming changes in the law may be significant for her. 

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