How Citizenship is Defined Around the World

B2 – Upper Intermediate

Jus sanguinis or right of blood and jus soli or right of the soil are the two principles of nationality by which citizenship is determined. Read the article to know which countries follow which principle, how their policies have changed and their issues about granting citizenship.

Citizenship, Policies and Issues

Discussion Questions:

  1. What principle does your country follow? What are your policies for citizenship? What are some issues regarding citizenship in your country?
  2. What are you views on dual or multiple citizenship? Would you like to acquire dual citizenship?
  3. What are your obligations as a citizen?
  4. How can we resolve issues about statelessness?

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