#citizenship naturalisation applications

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Court Rules Only Ground To Challenge Naturalisation Refusals Is Irrationality

Justice Mostyn ruled that challenges to the Home Secretary’s decision to refuse citizenship naturalisation applications can only be brought on grounds of irrationality.

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Refugees: Good Character Guidance

The UK Home Office has recently introduced significant amendments to its Good Character guidance, impacting refugees applying for British citizenship. Effective from 10 February 2025, these stricter measures mean that many individuals may face increased barriers to naturalisation. At Lexvisa, our specialist immigration team is here to help. As a leading London law firm, we are dedicated to…

[beardedmrbean]

A woman in her 60s has been arrested for allegedly using an "array of wigs" and other disguises to pose as at least 14 other people to help them pass UK citizenship tests.

The 61-year-old, who has not been named, helped men and women "gain an unfair advantage" in the Life in the UK Test, the Home Office said.

She is accused of wearing various wigs and disguises to pass herself off as the true applicants, in an attempt to dishonestly obtain them leave to remain in the UK.

Anyone seeking to stay in the country indefinitely or naturalisation as a British citizen must take the test.

She was arrested at an address in Enfield, north London on Monday where "several false documents and an array of wigs alleged to have been used in the fraudulent scheme" were seized.

It is alleged that between June 2022 and August the following year, the woman went to multiple UK test centres, disguising herself and doctoring ID documents to evade detection.

Fraudsters completing the test for others could "lead to people wrongly being granted the right to remain in the country without the proper due diligence", the Home Office said.

Immigration enforcement criminal and financial investigation inspector Phillip Parr said a "complex investigation" had "put a stop to this dangerous scheme".

"This individual is believed to have orchestrated a pre-meditated plan to avoid detection, meticulously selecting disguises and test centre locations across the country to evade the authorities.

"As with many criminals who commit this type of crime, we believe her motive was financial gain," he said.

The Home Office said the woman remains in custody.

The Life in the UK Test consists of 24 questions aimed at "proving the applicant has sufficient knowledge of British values, history, and society", the Home Office said.

[virmire]

wait sorry if this is too personal but how does that work? if you were born and raised in denmark how are you not a citizen?

no worries! denmark doesn’t have naturalisation by law which means that the only two ways of getting citizenship nowadays is by

a) having one parent who has danish citizenship

or b) fulfilling requirements such as having lived in the country for nine consecutive years (eight of those being legal) and you need to have been in full time employment or run your own business for 3 1/2 years out of 4 years. having a criminal record is not allowed. the only way to avoid the full time job requirement is if you’ve studied uninterrupted (so no sabbaticals). you must have had permanent residency for 2 years I think it is before you can apply for citizenship. you can’t be in debt. there are some other things too I think. but once you meet those requirements, THEN you can apply to take two tests (one if you’ve already been through the danish school system) which I don’t remember how much cost. the main one consists of 45 questions where you need to answer 36 correctly. if you pass those, THEN you can apply to become a citizen which costs 4000 DKK. the processing for that application takes over a year and if that gets approved, it’s then added to this law thingy that gets taken up in government and once that is done you have to meet up for a ceremony where you have to shake the official’s hand.

so while I do fulfil most of the requirements to apply for citizenship, I don’t fulfil the full time employment/interrupted studying part.

tl;dr: in order to get danish citizenship either have a danish parent or fulfil a bunch of requirements plus take a test and pay some money to become one

[maykop1010]

Since you decided to delete my comment here are the pillars of apartheid

The first pillar demarcates people into different groups – Jews and non-Jews. This is done through the Law of Return of 1950 (the same year that South Africa passed the Population Registration Act, for the same purpose). It defines who is a Jew and grants Jews all over the world the right to immigrate to Israel (or the OPT). In the occupied territories, unlike apartheid South Africa which transferred the citizenship of ’Africans’ to new fictitious political entities, Palestinians are deprived of any status.

The ‘Basic Law: Israel as the Nation-State of the Jewish People’ declares Israel to be a ‘Jewish state’ – despite more than 20 percent of its population not being Jewish. It also entrenches the idea, contrary to the understanding of all democracies, that there is a difference between citizenship and nationality. We cannot imagine a situation in which South Africa would have declared that White people from around the world had nationality in South Africa, while Black people (including those classified ‘Coloured’ and “Indian”) could be citizens but not nationals.

DISCRIMINATION IN EVERYDAY LIFE

In Israel, the discrimination includes a denial of full-welfare benefits, restrictions on what might be taught and learnt in schools, restriction on certain types of jobs being held by Palestinians. The 2003 Citizenship and Entry into Israel Law banning Palestinian family unification is another example of discriminatory legislation. In the OPT, Palestinians are denied the right to leave and return to their country, freedom of movement and residence, and access to land. This also applies to Palestinians of East Jerusalem, who have a separate status. The disparity in the treatment of the two groups is highlighted through the application of harsher laws and different courts for OPT Palestinians than for Jewish settlers, and through restrictions imposed by the permit and ID systems. The discrimination is also illustrated by the access to water in the OPT for Palestinians and Jewish settlers, with settlers being allocated the bulk of West Bank water, at a fraction of the price that Palestinians are charged.

The second pillar, in Israel, is bolstered by the Absentee Property Law, which ensured land theft on a grand scale. Today, land in Israel is divided into national lands – 93 percent of the land, and private lands – seven percent. National lands are comprised of state lands and JNF (Jewish National Fund) lands, and are for the exclusive use of Jews. Palestinians may only own land in the private land category. So, 20 percent of the population may only use seven percent of the land – and in that too, they compete with Jews for access.

And while Israel does not have a law similar to the South African Group Areas Act which forced different “racial” groups to live in their own areas, a number of Israeli court judgments have had the same effect, by preventing Palestinian families living in Jewish areas. Since there is no civil marriage in Israel (all marriages are religious), it is impossible for a Jew to marry a non-Jew. Israel’s Citizenship and Entry into Israel Law even prevent the spouses of its Palestinian citizens from being naturalised, forcing many Palestinian families to leave.

FRAGMENTATION OF THE OCCUPIED TERRITORIES

The second pillar in the OPT is reflected by Israel having fragmented the OPT for the purposes of segregation and domination. It includes Israel’s extensive theft of Palestinian land in various ways – including through the Apartheid Wall, thus shrinking the space available to Palestinians and forcing them into specific geographic fragments; the hermetic closure and isolation of Gaza; the severing of East Jerusalem from the rest of the West Bank; and appropriation and construction policies that have created a settlement infrastructure that carved up the West Bank into a network of connected settlements for Jewish-Israelis and besieged, non-contiguous Palestinian enclaves.

Israeli Jews are prohibited from entering those bantustans (as Whites were forbidden from entering African townships in South Africa), but enjoy freedom of movement throughout the rest of the Palestinian territory. South Africans find the idea of separate roads quite shocking; we never had roads for exclusive White use, and where blacks were excluded by force.

The third pillar on which Israel’s apartheid rests is its repressive “security” laws and machinery which bear little resemblance to South Africa. Sure, the extrajudicial killing (including on foreign territory), torture, administrative detention, etc. are similar to what we faced in South Africa. These policies are state-sanctioned, often approved by the Israeli judiciary, and supported by oppressive military laws and military courts. “Security” is effectively used to justify restrictions on Palestinian freedom of opinion, expression, assembly, association, and movement, and to suppress dissent and to control Palestinians. However, the deployment of Israel’s repressive machinery in the OPT is quite unfamiliar to South Africans. We never experienced, even in the worst days of apartheid, helicopter gunships and fighter jets flying over, or tanks patrolling, Black residential areas, bombing our homes and firing shells and missiles into our schools.

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The Benefits of Irish Citizenship

Benefits of Irish Citizenship

Freedom of Movement: Irish citizens enjoy the right to live, work, and study in any EU/EEA country without the need for a visa, enhancing opportunities for personal and professional development.

Access to Public Services: Citizenship grants access to the Irish healthcare system and educational institutions, providing quality services at more favorable rates than those available to non-citizens.

Political Participation: Irish citizens have the right to vote in national and local elections, allowing them to contribute to the democratic process and influence the future of the country.

Employment Opportunities: Irish citizenship opens doors to a wider range of job opportunities, including positions in Irish civil service and multinational corporations where local citizenship may be preferred.

Security and Stability: Citizenship offers a sense of belonging and security. It provides protections under Irish law and the ability to establish roots within the community.

Eligibility for Irish Citizenship

To be eligible for Irish citizenship, applicants must meet specific criteria, which can vary based on individual circumstances. Common pathways include:

Naturalization: Applicants must generally have legally resided in Ireland for a certain period (usually five years, with some exemptions for spouses of Irish citizens) and demonstrate a commitment to residing in Ireland.

Descent: Individuals with one or more Irish grandparents may claim citizenship through descent, regardless of where they were born, provided they register in the Foreign Births Register.

Long-term Residency: Non-EU citizens who have held residency status and met the residency requirement can apply for citizenship after a designated period.

Marriage or Civil Partnership: Spouses of Irish citizens may apply for citizenship after three years of marriage and residing in Ireland for at least three of those years.

Application Process

Gather Required Documents: Applicants must collect various documents, including proof of identity, residency, and any supporting evidence related to their eligibility (e.g., marriage certificates, birth certificates).

Complete the Application Form: The appropriate forms (usually Form 8 for naturalization) must be accurately filled out, ensuring all required information is provided.

Submit the Application: Applications can typically be submitted online or by post to the Irish Naturalisation and Immigration Service (INIS), accompanied by the required fee, which may vary based on the application type.

Await Processing: The processing time for naturalization applications can take several months, during which the authorities may request further information or clarification.

Attend an Interview: In some cases, applicants may be called for an interview to discuss their application and intentions regarding residing in Ireland.

Receive a Decision: Once the application is reviewed, the INIS will issue a decision. Successful applicants will be invited to attend a citizenship ceremony, where they will take an oath of fidelity to the nation.

Apply for a Passport: After obtaining citizenship, new citizens can apply for an Irish passport, which serves as proof of their citizenship status and allows for easier international travel.

Acquiring Irish citizenship provides substantial benefits, especially for high-net-worth individuals seeking a stable, prosperous environment in Europe. GoldGro is committed to facilitating this journey, offering expert guidance throughout the eligibility and application process.

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Key Steps to Achieve British Citizenship Naturalisation Successfully

British citizenship naturalisation is the process for non-British individuals to become UK citizens, providing legal rights like voting and living freely in the UK. Applicants must meet eligibility criteria, including a minimum residency period of five years (or three for spouses of British citizens), demonstrating good character, passing the Life in the UK test, and meeting English language requirements. Additionally, the process requires biometric information and submitting evidence of lawful residence. Completing the naturalisation application accurately and attending the citizenship ceremony are essential steps to gain British citizenship and fully integrate into UK society with all associated benefits.

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Germany Aims to Issue 40,000 Citizenship Applications in 2025 – Apply Now!

Table of Contents:

Introduction to Germany's Citizenship Goals for 2025

Key Highlights of Germany’s Citizenship Plan

Minimum Salary Requirement for Finland Residence Permit 2025

German Citizenship Trends for 2024-2025

The Impact of the New Citizenship Law (June 2024)

How Wave Visas Can Assist in Citizenship and Residence Permit Applications

Conclusion

Germany’s Citizenship Goals for 2025Germany is setting ambitious goals to grant citizenship to 40,000 applicants in 2025. The Head of the Naturalisation Department aims to process 3,000 applications monthly to meet this target. This initiative aligns with Germany's broader efforts to streamline its immigration and citizenship processes, creating opportunities for eligible foreign workers and residents.

Key Highlights of Germany’s Citizenship Plan

Germany plans to naturalize 40,000 citizens in 2025 by processing 3,000 applications per month.

Berlin alone welcomed 21,000 naturalized citizens in 2024, showcasing its dedication to integration.

The introduction of the New Citizenship Law in June 2024 has reduced the waiting period for applicants.

Applicants may now retain their original nationality under specific conditions.

Minimum Salary Requirement for Finland Residence Permit 2025In parallel, Finland has updated its residence permit requirements:

The minimum monthly salary for residence permit eligibility is set at €1,600 starting January 1, 2025.

This salary threshold applies to primary employment of foreign skilled workers from third countries.

This change emphasizes Finland’s commitment to attracting skilled workers while maintaining a balanced economic structure.

German Citizenship Trends for 2024-2025

Germany’s capital, Berlin, played a pivotal role by naturalizing 21,000 citizens in 2024.

The Department of State Office for Immigration (LEA) has allocated 40 additional employees to speed up citizenship applications.

These measures aim to meet the growing demand for naturalizations and align with Germany’s focus on retaining skilled foreign talent.

The Impact of the New Citizenship LawThe New Citizenship Law introduced in June 2024 has made acquiring German citizenship more accessible:

Applicants benefit from shortened processing times.

The law allows individuals to retain their original nationality, fostering inclusivity and diversity.

Reports indicate that 6,000 naturalization applications were received in the latter half of 2024 alone, showcasing the law’s impact.

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FAQ: Referee for British Citizenship Application

Applying for British citizenship through naturalisation can be a complex process, requiring strict adherence to eligibility criteria. Among these requirements is the necessity to provide two referees for British citizenship to verify your identity and character. This article delves into the specifics of the referee requirement, offering detailed guidance and explaining why seeking assistance from…

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The new government's programme includes the introduction of a citizenship test as part of its plans to tighten the requirements for obtaining Finnish citizenship or permanent residence in Finland.

In its programme for government published last month, Finland's right-wing ruling coalition said it plans to introduce a citizenship test as part of efforts to tighten rules around the granting of permanent residence and citizenship permits.

"Passing a citizenship test and a language test will be made a requirement for naturalisation," the programme states.

The Finnish citizenship test will be modelled on similar evaluations used in other European countries.

Minister of the Interior Mari Rantanen (Finns) told Yle that her ministry has started work on drafting the citizenship test, but the process will take time.

Examples from across Europe

Among the EU's 27 countries, nearly half — or 13 — currently have a citizenship test. They include the Netherlands, Spain, Greece, Croatia, Latvia, Lithuania, Luxembourg, France, Germany, Denmark, Czech Republic, Hungary and Estonia.

In addition, Norway, Switzerland and Liechtenstein — which are not members of the EU but are part of the Schengen area — also have a citizenship test.

In general, the tests feature questions about the history, culture, society and population of the host country. The assessments may also ask about living in a democracy and other aspects of a particular country's politics, such as in Estonia and Greece, or about the country's national anthem, as in Latvia.

In each country, the test is organised by an official body.

Rantanen previously told tabloid Ilta-Sanomat that the exams could be organised by community colleges, for example.

From multiple choice quizzes to interviews

In an interview with Yle soon after taking office, Rantanen said that her ministry will perform a "u-turn" on immigration and refugee policies during her term, and she reiterated that position this week.

"I am glad that we are reaching the pan-Nordic level, and that we will not be the only country in the Nordic region with lax rules," she said.

Among the Nordic countries, the citizenship test is used in Denmark and Norway.

The Danish test has 45 multiple-choice questions about the country's society, culture and history — 35 of which are based on provided study material while 5 questions deal with topical issues taken from Danish media and politics. There are also five questions on Danish values.

At least 36 correct answers are needed in order to pass the Danish test. In addition, they must correctly answer at least four of the 10 questions that are not included in the study material.

The citizenship test in Norway has 36 questions, of which 24 must be correct. Norwegian authorities also offer the option of completing a social studies course (75 hours) with a final exam in Norwegian.

Luxembourg also provides the option of taking a social studies course instead of the citizenship test.

In Slovakia, there is no formal citizenship test but the required language test does ask basic information about the country.

Study material helps participants

In almost every European country where a citizenship test is mandatory, participants are provided with study material.

In Spain, the test consists of 25 multiple-choice questions selected from a list of 300, which can be practised in advance with an app.

The tests are also often multiple-choice, although one notable exception to this is France, where the 'test' is conducted as an interview.

In Europe, the citizenship test is often multiple-choice, but one exception is France, where the exam is conducted as an interview. Study material is also provided.

In addition to the citizenship test, each country has other conditions which must be met if the applicant is to receive citizenship or a permanent residence permit — such as a certain income threshold.

Although Austria has no citizenship exam, people applying for citizenship or permanent residence must have lived continuously in the country for at least 10 years and prove their intentions to stay.

Rantanen noted that the proposed citizenship test is also intended to help speed up integration into Finnish society.

"The idea is for people to integrate into Finland, to learn our language and our social system. With integration, the citizenship and language tests should not prove to be too difficult," Rantanen said.

Citizenship test previously proposed in 2019

The possibility of Finland introducing a citizenship test has been mooted before.

In 2019, then-Interior Minister Kai Mykkänen (NCP) presented a package of measures he said was aimed at preventing and combating crimes committed by foreign-background individuals, especially sexual offences.

The draft bill at the time stated that "the practices of other countries in the use of citizenship tests will be studied and a test suitable for Finland will be introduced".

However, the citizenship test was not advanced during the following government's term in office.

[bearballing]

we were talking about voting and immigration and citizenship and such at work and apparently i qualify for the lower naturalisation application fee because our income is below 400% of the federal poverty threshold (the fee would be $380 instead of $760)

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[eucitizen]

How to Become an Eu Citizen-European Citizenship

There are millions of non-EU citizens who would like to apply and become EU citizens, but how do they get it? The rules are strict and the application itself must be accurate with all the correct documentation. If you are in search of EU citizenship info, this guide will help you know more about how to become an EU citizen.

Eu Citizen

A European citizen is a person who enjoys all the rights to reside in the country. They have the complete right to move freely, fetch employment opportunities, and settle there. To acquire citizenship, you should apply for EU citizenship in your first phase. The procedures vary from state to state as per their country’s rules and regulations. EU citizenship grants permission to the residents of EU member states to become EU citizens. This legal bond between an individual and the state can be approved by marriage, birth, naturalisation, etc. A person who was born in the EU is considered to be an EU citizen and through naturalisation, the state grants their citizenship application.