Germany drops restrictions on dual citizenship

Germany drops restrictions on dual citizenship

Germany is to drop restrictions on dual citizenship, allowing people to hold German and another nationality without having to renounce one or the other, the government said on Sunday.

The move, announced by Interior Minister Nancy Faeser, is a major change in German law, which has traditionally required people to choose between their German and other nationality.

“This is a historic day for many people in Germany,” Faeser said in a statement. “From now on, everyone will be able to decide for themselves whether they want to have German or dual citizenship.”

The new law is expected to come into force later this year. It will allow people who were born in Germany or who have been naturalized as German citizens to hold dual citizenship. It will also allow people who are married to a German citizen to hold dual citizenship.

The law is expected to benefit millions of people in Germany, many of whom are from migrant families. It is also expected to boost Germany’s economy, as it will make it easier for businesses to attract and retain skilled workers from abroad.

However, the law has been criticized by some conservative politicians, who argue that it could undermine German identity.

“This law is a mistake,” said Friedrich Merz, the leader of the Christian Democrats. “It will make it easier for people to integrate into German society, but it will also make it easier for them to leave us.”

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