At present, 33 countries in the world (and two territories) have unrestricted birthright citizenship, also known as jus soli, and another 32 nations have some form of restricted birthright citizenship (see table after body text).

Jan 20, 2025 · Birthright citizenship, also known as jus soli, is the legal principle that grants automatic citizenship to individuals born within a country's territory, regardless of their parents'...

1 day ago · Birthright citizenship is a legal principle granting automatic citizenship to anyone born within a country’s borders, regardless of their parents’ nationality or immigration status.

Dec 13, 2024 · Birthright citizenship, or jus soli, is a principle that grants citizenship to individuals born in a specific country. While many nations follow this practice, its application varies. In some countries, it is unconditional, while others impose specific criteria.

Dec 9, 2024 · In North America, the U.S. and both of its neighbors — Canada and Mexico — have unrestricted birthright citizenship, as do all seven Central American countries: Belize, Costa Rica, El...

Jan 25, 2025 · In Africa, Asia and Europe, most countries either don't offer birthright citizenship or offer it conditionally, some through an application process. The 14th Amendment was added to the U.S. Constitution after the Civil War to protect freed slaves.

15 hours ago · Countries with birthright citizenship are developing nuanced responses to birth tourism. Nations like Argentina, Brazil, and Chile maintain strong jus soli traditions while implementing verification procedures to prevent abuse. The United States continues to debate potential policy changes, with proposals ranging from constitutional ...

Nov 21, 2024 · Countries with birthright citizenship, also known as jus soli, grant automatic citizenship to individuals born within their borders, regardless of their parents’ nationality or legal status. This form of citizenship offers a simple path to getting a passport for those born in qualifying countries.

The survey demonstrates a reconsideration of unrestricted birthright citizenship by many countries. This right was abolished most recently in Ireland (2005) and New Zealand (2006). Legislation terminating unconditional birthright citizenship is …

Oct 30, 2018 · In recent years, several countries have transitioned from birthright citizenship to jus sanguinis. Those countries include India and Malta.