Emirati nationality law

Federal Law No.17 of 1972
Parliament of the United Arab Emirates
  • An Act relating to Emirati citizenship
Enacted byGovernment of the United Arab Emirates
Status: Current legislation

Emirati nationality law governs citizenship eligibility in the United Arab Emirates (UAE).[1][2][3] The law is primarily jus sanguinis. Foreigners who meet certain criteria may be naturalized and granted citizenship.[4] Gulf Cooperation Council citizens are allowed to live in the UAE without restriction and have the right of freedom of movement.[5]

  1. ^ "UAE set to amend law granting citizenship to expats with certain criteria: Report". Al Arabiya English. 30 September 2020. Retrieved 8 July 2021.
  2. ^ "UAE's Double-Standard on Citizenship Rights". Human Rights Watch. 5 February 2021. Retrieved 8 July 2021.
  3. ^ "UAE amends citizenship law for expatriates. All you need to know". Hindustan Times. 30 January 2021. Retrieved 8 July 2021.
  4. ^ "Emirati nationality - the Official Portal of the UAE Government".
  5. ^ "UAE visa information". emirates.com.