Acquiring Nigerian Citizenship by Descent

Eligibility Criteria

  • ✅ Child born to at least one Nigerian parent, regardless of birthplace.
  • ✅ Individuals of Nigerian ancestry may be eligible for citizenship upon proof of descent.

Required Documentation

  • ✅ Applicant's birth certificate.
  • ✅ Parent's birth certificate proving Nigerian nationality.
  • ✅ Proof of Nigerian nationality (passport, national ID, or citizenship certificate).
  • ✅ Any additional legal documentation if required.

Application Process

  • 📍 Gather required documentation.
  • 📍 Submit an application to the Nigerian Immigration Service or local consulate.
  • 📍 Undergo verification and processing.
  • 📍 Await approval and issuance of Nigerian citizenship documents.

Additional Considerations

  • 📌 Nigeria allows dual citizenship for individuals who acquire another nationality by birth.
  • 📌 Naturalized citizens must renounce other nationalities unless exempted.

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