BIRTH TOURISM: BIRTHRIGHT CITIZENSHIP

BIRTH TOURISM: BIRTHRIGHT CITIZENSHIP

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What is Birth Tourism?

Birth tourism involves the straightforward strategy of delivering a child in a country that follows jus soli, granting citizenship and associated benefits to all born there. This not only enhances your child’s quality of life but also ensures immediate eligibility for a second passport. In numerous instances, parents of such children may experience an expedited naturalization process.

Birth tourism, a legal phenomenon with a history spanning decades across various countries, has drawn increased attention in recent years. This heightened interest is a result of growing globalization, improved travel accessibility, and the expanding middle class in many developing nations.

When it comes to determining  a child’s citizenship at birth ,most countries usually apply one of the two rights : Typically determined by either jus soli, which grants citizenship based on birth location, or jus sanguinis, which relies on the parents’ nationality.

Which Countries Offer Birthright Citizenship?

A child born within the territory of certain countries automatically acquires citizenship at birth, irrespective of the nationality of the child’s parents. Numerous countries have laws allowing this practice. Therefore, which countries grant immediate passport and citizenship to children born within their borders?

Here’s the exhaustive list of favorable countries for birth tourism, excluding those currently implementing a ban on this practice.

  1. Argentina
  2. Belize
  3. Bolivia
  4. Brazil
  5. Canada
  6. Chile*
  7. Costa Rica
  8. Dominica
  9. Ecuador
  10. El Salvador
  11. Fiji
  12. Grenada
  13. Guatemala
  14. Guyana
  15. Honduras
  16. Jamaica
  17. Mexico
  18. Nicaragua
  19. Pakistan
  20. Panama
  21. Paraguay
  22. Peru
  23. Portugal**
  24. St. Kitts and Nevis
  25. St. Lucia
  26. St. Vincent and the Grenadines
  27. Trinidad and Tobago
  28. Tuvalu
  29. United States
  30. Uruguay
  31. Venezuela

*In order for a child to be considered a Chilean citizen from birth, their parents must already hold temporary or permanent residency in Chile at the time of the child’s birth.

**As of September 2020, Portugal is on the brink of expanding its jus soli laws, providing birthright citizenship to children born on Portuguese soil. Presently, children born in Portugal to foreign nationals can receive citizenship at birth if at least one parent has been a resident for two years or more. The prospective law aims to shorten this residency requirement to just one year.

Prior to giving birth abroad, ensure you have the latest information, as a number of countries, including Australia most recently, have discontinued their practice of granting citizenship based solely on birthplace. This policy change has also been observed in Ireland, France, New Zealand, the Dominican Republic, India and Malta.

Delve into our assistance in finding the perfect destination for an international birthing experience. Whether you’re captivated by the scenic beauty of Barbados, Mexico, Brazil or attracted to the advanced healthcare systems of the USA and Canada, each location offers a unique and enriching setting for expectant parents. Take the time to explore these diverse options and choose the destination that resonates most with your vision for this extraordinary journey into parenthood.

If you’re currently pregnant and seeking a second citizenship for your unborn baby, now is the ideal moment to initiate the process.