Dual citizenship for Israeli citizens

Do Israeli citizens have to give up their citizenship if they receive an additional citizenship? Israeli citizens can hold a second citizenship, or even multiple citizenships. However, not all countries follow the same rules. There are states that categorically prohibit their citizens from holding an additional citizenship. Also, there are countries (including several countries in…

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The Minister of Interior’s Discretion in Granting Israeli Citizenships

What does the law prescribe regarding the Minister of Interior’s discretion in the granting of Israeli citizenships? According to the law, the Minister of Interior is given extensive authority to grant (or revoke) an Israeli citizenship to permanent residents, new immigrants, as well as additional special cases of foreign citizens (such as excellent athletes). The…

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How to re-issue Israeli citizenship you have renounced in the past?

Former Israelis who have renounced their citizenship may apply to reissue their Israel citizenship by way of making Aliyah. Requests for restoring Israeli citizenship will be examined via a more strict procedure than requests for Aliyah to Israel by eligible immigrants under the Law of Return who have not renounced their right to citizenship. Children…

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Children of permanent residents and their legal status in Israel

What does the law stipulate regarding the legal status of children of Israeli permanent residents? Children born in Israel to permanent residents are also entitled to permanent resident status in Israel. This status confers most of the rights and benefits reserved for people with Israeli citizenship. Obtaining permanent resident status is more complex in cases…

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