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'''Montecaran nationality law''' governs the acquisition and loss of [[Montecara|Montecaran]] {{wp|citizenship}}. It is laid out in the [[Constitution of Montecara]] and in statutes. Montecara does not allow {{wp|multiple citizenship}}.
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'''Montecaran citizenship''' is the status of being a {{wp|citizen}} of [[Montecara]]. It can be obtained by either birth or naturalization. It is based on the following principles: 
* {{wp|Jus sanguinis}}
* Sole allegiance (i.e. no {{wp|multiple citizenship}})
* Citizenship as a set of duties as well as rights


== Acquisition of citizenship ==
== Acquisition of citizenship ==
=== By birth ===
=== By birth ===
Anyone who is born to a parent who is a Montecaran citizen is a Montecaran citizen by right. This is considered {{wp|prima facie}} if the child is the offspring either of a married couple where at least one parent is Montecaran, or of a single Montecaran woman. In cases where Montecaran citizenship would issue through an unmarried Montecaran father, a paternity test is required. Foreign children adopted by Montecarans become citizens when the adoption is finalized. {{wp|Foundlings}} in Montecaran territory are considered Montecaran citizens until a parent is discovered.
Montecara applies the principle of ''{{wp|jus sanguinis}}''. Anyone who is born to a Montecaran citizen parent is a Montecaran citizen by right. This is considered {{wp|prima facie}} if the child is the offspring either of a married couple where at least one parent is Montecaran, or of a single Montecaran woman. In cases where Montecaran citizenship would issue through an unmarried Montecaran father, a paternity test is required. Foreign children adopted by Montecarans become citizens when the adoption is finalized. {{wp|Foundlings}} in Montecaran territory are considered Montecaran citizens until a parent is discovered.  
 
The birth or adoption must be registered with the [[Colegio|Secretariat of Social Protection]] or, if abroad, a Montecaran consul.


=== By naturalization ===
=== By naturalization ===
Acquiring Montecaran citizenship is a lengthy and arduous process. Applicants generally must first acquire {{wp|permanent resident}} status and live in Montecara for at least sixteen years while adhering to the terms of their residency agreement. (Time spent living in Montecara while a minor counts double.) Once these requirements are met, the [[Communes of Montecara|commune]] must favorably approve the application, which is then placed on the ballot for approval by the entire citizenry in keeping with Montecara's [[Constitution of Montecara|constitution]]. If the vote is in favor, the aspiring citizen will attend a naturalization ceremony before the [[Colegio]] where he or she will take an oath and receive a certificate of naturalization.  
Prospective citizens generally must first acquire {{wp|permanent resident}} status and live in Montecara for at least twelve years while adhering to the terms of their residency agreement (time spent living in Montecara while a minor counts double.) Once the time requirement has been met, an application fot naturalization can be submitted. In order for an application to be successful, the applicant must speak fluent [[Montecaran language|Montecaran]] and, if under the age of 30, have completed their national service requirement.
 
In order for an application to be successful, the permanent resident must:
* Speak fluent [[Montecaran language|Montecaran]],
* Assimilate into Montecaran society and the local community,
* Obey Montecaran law,  
* If under the age of 30, fulfill national service requirements.
 
Because the conditions for naturalization are so difficult to meet, fewer than 50 new Montecaran citizens are naturalized in a typical year.


== Loss of citizenship ==
== Loss of citizenship ==
Montecaran citizenship may be lost immediately by performing certain actions, including:  
Montecaran citizenship may be lost by performing certain actions, including:  
* Intentionally acquiring the citizenship of another country
* Intentionally acquiring the citizenship of another country
* Becoming a member of a royal or noble house  
* Becoming a member of a royal or noble house  
* Serving in the military of a foreign country
* Serving in the government or military of a foreign country
* Serving in civil office in a foreign country
* Being adopted by foreign parents, if a minor
* Being adopted by foreign parents


Montecarans may voluntarily renounce their citizenship only before a consul abroad, and any renunciation will be accepted only if another citizenship has been acquired in order to prevent {{wp|statelessness}}.
Montecarans may voluntarily renounce their citizenship only before a consul abroad, and any renunciation will be accepted only if another citizenship has been acquired in order to prevent {{wp|statelessness}}.
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* Live and work indefinitely in Montecara
* Live and work indefinitely in Montecara
* Obtain a Montecaran passport
* Obtain a Montecaran passport
* Enter or leave Montecara at will
* Enter and leave Montecara at will
* Own {{wp|real property}} in Montecara
* Own {{wp|real property}} in Montecara


Citizens of Montecara have the duty to:
Citizens must serve the state when called upon, for instance by sitting on a jury or serving in the [[Public Force (Montecara)|military]].
* Serve in civil office or as a {{wp|lay judge}} when called upon
* Protect Montecara through military service or essential service under civil direction when called upon
* Obey all Montecaran laws
* Pay all applicable taxes and excises
 
== Montecaran passport ==
The standard Montecaran passport has a burgundy cover with the name of the state and the national coat of arms.
 
Information on the data page includes the passport holder's photo, name and date of birth, nationality, and sex, and the passport's number, issuing authority, and dates of issuance and expiration. The passport holder's place of birth is also included; in most cases, this is the name of the relevant country (according to modern borders).
 
People born in [[Glacia]] have their place of birth listed as {{mono|GLASIA}}. Those born in international waters or skies have their place of birth recorded as {{mono|ALTA MARE}} ("high seas") or {{mono|I ÇIELI}} ("the skies"), respectively.
 
== Travel freedom of Montecaran citizens ==
Montecarans enjoy some of the greatest travel freedom in the world, with visa-free or visa-on-arrival access to a majority of the world's countries.  


Montecaran citizens are allowed visa-free access to the [[Euclean Community]] for up to 180 days in any 360-day period. A passport is not required; a national identification card ([[Ùnivers card]]) is sufficient proof of citizenship.
== See also ==
* [[Montecaran passport]]


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Latest revision as of 07:22, 7 January 2023

Montecaran nationality law governs the acquisition and loss of Montecaran citizenship. It is laid out in the Constitution of Montecara and in statutes. Montecara does not allow multiple citizenship.

Acquisition of citizenship

By birth

Montecara applies the principle of jus sanguinis. Anyone who is born to a Montecaran citizen parent is a Montecaran citizen by right. This is considered prima facie if the child is the offspring either of a married couple where at least one parent is Montecaran, or of a single Montecaran woman. In cases where Montecaran citizenship would issue through an unmarried Montecaran father, a paternity test is required. Foreign children adopted by Montecarans become citizens when the adoption is finalized. Foundlings in Montecaran territory are considered Montecaran citizens until a parent is discovered.

By naturalization

Prospective citizens generally must first acquire permanent resident status and live in Montecara for at least twelve years while adhering to the terms of their residency agreement (time spent living in Montecara while a minor counts double.) Once the time requirement has been met, an application fot naturalization can be submitted. In order for an application to be successful, the applicant must speak fluent Montecaran and, if under the age of 30, have completed their national service requirement.

Loss of citizenship

Montecaran citizenship may be lost by performing certain actions, including:

  • Intentionally acquiring the citizenship of another country
  • Becoming a member of a royal or noble house
  • Serving in the government or military of a foreign country
  • Being adopted by foreign parents, if a minor

Montecarans may voluntarily renounce their citizenship only before a consul abroad, and any renunciation will be accepted only if another citizenship has been acquired in order to prevent statelessness.

Rights and duties of citizens

"Irregular work ... is a bad deal. It is an offense to work without authorization or to employ irregular workers."

Citizens of Montecara have the right to:

  • Participate in politics, including by membership in the Popular Assembly or Senate
  • Live and work indefinitely in Montecara
  • Obtain a Montecaran passport
  • Enter and leave Montecara at will
  • Own real property in Montecara

Citizens must serve the state when called upon, for instance by sitting on a jury or serving in the military.

See also

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