Acquiring Kiribati Citizenship by Descent
Eligibility Criteria
- ✅ A person born in Kiribati to at least one Kiribati citizen parent.
- ✅ A person born abroad to a father who is a native-born Kiribati citizen.
- ✅ Special provisions apply for individuals of I-Kiribati descent who did not acquire citizenship at birth.
Required Documentation
- ✅ Applicant’s birth certificate.
- ✅ Birth certificates or identity documents of Kiribati parent(s).
- ✅ Proof of descent from a person born in Kiribati before 1900.
- ✅ Additional legal documents as required by Kiribati authorities.
Application Process
- 📍 Gather and certify all required documents.
- 📍 Submit the application to the appropriate Kiribati governmental department or consulate.
- 📍 Pay any applicable processing fees.
- 📍 Await verification and approval from Kiribati authorities.
Additional Considerations
- 📌 Current laws may prevent children born abroad from acquiring their mother's nationality.
- 📌 Kiribati allows dual nationality under specific conditions.
- 📌 For official information, visit: Kiribati Citizenship Act.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I hold dual citizenship?
Yes, but specific conditions may apply.
Can I apply if my ancestors left Kiribati long ago?
Yes, but documented proof of Kiribati descent is required.