French citizenship to require higher language proficiency under new rules
France’s citizenship reforms require B2 French, a new civic exam, financial independence, and stricter legal background checks from…
Polish citizenship may soon require ten years’ residency under new proposal
Poland plans to tighten citizenship rules, raising residency to ten years and toughening language and integration demands. New…
British citizenship out of reach for refugees arriving by small boat
The UK’s new citizenship rules automatically bar most refugees who arrived via small boats or other dangerous journeys,…
Supreme Court denies C-SPAN request to televise birthright citizenship case
The Supreme Court rejected C-SPAN’s request to televise birthright citizenship case arguments on May 15, 2025, only allowing…
France tightens citizenship process with tougher new requirements
France’s citizenship process is now more selective, requiring B2-level French, a mandatory civics test, and detailed financial and…
French citizenship changes face pushback from rights group over residency issues
The French government’s proposed stricter citizenship rules face strong criticism from human rights groups. They stress existing requirements…
Constitutional Court strikes down law stripping citizenship for dual nationals
South Africa’s Constitutional Court invalidated section 6(1)(a) of its Citizenship Act, restoring lost citizenships retroactively to thousands. The…
Why Swedish Citizenship Applications Take Years: Identity Checks and Security Screening
Swedish citizenship processing now takes 24-48 months in 2026 due to new biometric checks, higher income rules, and…
Malta work permit scam: Man charged for using fake passport
Malta enforces tough penalties on fake passport and work permit fraud, prosecuting both locals and foreigners. Victims risk…
Germany Ends 3-Year Path to Citizenship under Friedrich Merz
Germany’s expedited 3-Year Path to Citizenship ends under Chancellor Friedrich Merz, with the standard five-year requirement and dual…
France raises language requirements in new citizenship rules
France now demands B2-level French for citizenship, including via marriage. Stricter language and civic knowledge tests take effect…
Erika Reunites With Newborn Daughter After ICE Detention
Guatemalan mother Erika’s story spotlights birthright citizenship and harsh migrant realities after ICE separated her from U.S.-born Emily.…
22 women with Pakistani citizenship found living in Moradabad for decades
Twenty-two Pakistani women, married to Indian men, live legally in Moradabad with over 500 family members. While children…
EU citizenship redefined after Court of Justice ruling on Malta
The meaning and requirements of EU citizenship are changing following the CJEU’s ruling against Malta’s investment scheme. Some…