Hokorian law allows a person to hold citizenship of more than one state or entity, but restrictions can apply in certain situations.

Dual citizenship

You can be a Hokorian citizen and hold another citizenship at the same time. This is known as dual citizenship.

Dual citizenship is permitted unless a restriction applies under the law. You do not need to give up another citizenship when applying for Hokorian citizenship unless you are required to do so in a specific case.

Your obligations

If you hold or apply for more than one citizenship, you must:

• declare any other citizenships when applying for citizenship
• ensure your record is accurate and up to date

The Government may ask for additional information to verify your situation.

An application may be refused if:

• required information is not provided
• the information given is false or misleading

When citizenship may be restricted

The Government may refuse, delay or restrict citizenship in certain circumstances.

This may happen where:

• the application involves fraud or misrepresentation
• the person poses a serious risk to the State, such as involvement in violence, attempts to undermine the constitutional order or serious criminal conduct
• the person is subject to a lawful restriction under the law

Any restriction must be justified, proportionate and recorded. A decision must be lawful and reasonable.

A restriction must not result in a person becoming stateless.

Restricted states and entities

Parliament can designate a state or entity as restricted by law. A public record of these states and entities is maintained.

If a state or entity is designated as restricted, special rules may apply to people who hold or seek that citizenship.

How restrictions may apply

Where a citizenship is linked to a restricted state or entity, the Government may:

• refuse a new application for Hokorian citizenship
• require a person to renounce another citizenship before recognition is granted

These decisions depend on the law and are made by the Government.

Restrictions must be applied consistently and must not make a person stateless.

What you need to do

If you hold or plan to hold another citizenship:

• check whether the state or entity is restricted
• declare all citizenships when applying or updating your record
• provide any information requested by the Government

The Government will assess your situation and decide whether any restriction applies.

Outcomes

If no restriction applies, you can hold dual citizenship without further action.

If a restriction applies:

• your application may be refused or delayed, or
• you may be required to give up another citizenship before being recognised as a Hokorian citizen

Recognition of citizenship only takes effect once it is confirmed by the Government and recorded in the Register of Citizens.

Additional information

• The Register of Citizens records all recognised citizens and is maintained by the Government
• A public list of restricted states and entities is maintained under the law