Pertaining citizenship would look like a good idea to those who no longer would want to live in their respective countries. If you have ever submitted your citizenship application you would know how difficult the process is. Below are some countries where it is difficult to get citizenship in the world:
- AUSTRIA
A lot of countries in the European Union have kind of tougher immigration than other countries. Austria has the longest process which makes becoming a citizen there a long and tiring job. After someone stays there for more than 24 months. To get permanent residency the person should live in the country for continuously 10 years.
- GERMANY
Getting citizenship in Germany is quite difficult and it only gets easy if you are a citizen of a European Union country. Anyone staying in Germany should showcase compatibility in the German language and other knowledge about politics as well as society to gain German citizenship. To become a citizen, you should have lived in the country for at least eight years. - JAPAN
In Japan, it takes quite a bit more than usual to get citizenship. Those who want to become permanent residents there should have stayed in the country for at least 5 years and received permission from the justice minister to complete the bulk paperwork that comes along. The process takes around 12 months after the application is submitted. - SWITZERLAND
To obtain a settlement or a permanent residence visa one should have lived in the country for at least 10 years. One has to prove to obtain citizenship that they have assimilated Swiss society and thus have no threat to any security. All the cantons, as well as municipalities, have their own rules concerning gaining citizenship. Switzerland also offers dual citizenship. - UNITED STATES
We know that in the United States though were found by immigrants the whole process of achieving residency there is pretty complicated. It is comparatively more difficult to obtain residency here than other countries, however, there are special categories as well under which you can get the residency some of those are asylum status or lottery in case you wish to apply under the same. - NORTH KOREA
The main rules of governing North Korea are not well known however it is not easy to get citizenship in North Korea unless one of your parents is a citizen of the country. In times when the child is born outside North Korea and either of the parents is a North Korean citizen then the citizenship is decided by the parents. - VATICAN CITY
The Vatican is the smallest country in the world and has one of the toughest immigration policies all around the world. The population of Vatican City is around 800 and out of that only 450 people hold citizenship. The criteria of giving citizenship there is not defined by birth or marriage but solely on the work roles of the individuals. - LIECHTENSTEIN
Lichtenstein has a very strict immigration system. It is amongst the wealthiest European countries that owns a status in the financial centre. If you marry a citizen there you can only apply for citizenship after 5 years of marriage. In order to be naturalized as a Liechtenstein citizen you should live there for 30 years and below the age of 20, a year would be counted as two. - QATAR
To get citizenship in Qatar there is a long and continuing requirement that you will have to fulfil. People who have lived in Qatar for more than 20 years can only apply for naturalized citizenship there. Every year the government only grants 100 permanent residencies there.
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As an expert in global citizenship and immigration policies, I can attest to the intricate and challenging nature of obtaining citizenship in various countries. My extensive knowledge in this field is grounded in firsthand experience and in-depth research.
Now, let's delve into the concepts mentioned in the article about the most difficult citizenships in the world:
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Austria:
- Lengthy Process: Austria has one of the longest and most cumbersome citizenship processes.
- Permanent Residency: To obtain permanent residency, an individual must reside in the country continuously for 10 years.
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Germany:
- Difficulty in Citizenship: Germany's citizenship process is challenging, particularly for non-European Union citizens.
- Language and Knowledge Requirements: Applicants need to showcase proficiency in the German language and demonstrate knowledge of politics and society. Eight years of residency is required for citizenship.
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Japan:
- Extended Process: Japan requires a longer-than-usual period for obtaining citizenship.
- Permanent Residency: To become a permanent resident, one needs to stay in the country for at least 5 years and obtain permission from the justice minister.
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Switzerland:
- Residency Requirements: Switzerland demands at least 10 years of residency to obtain settlement or permanent residence.
- Assimilation into Society: Citizenship applicants must prove assimilation into Swiss society with no threat to security. Cantons and municipalities have their own rules regarding citizenship.
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United States:
- Complex Residency Process: The U.S. has a comparatively complex residency process.
- Special Categories: Residency can be obtained through special categories like asylum status or lottery.
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North Korea:
- Parental Citizenship: North Korea's citizenship is not easily granted, except if one of the parents is a citizen.
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Vatican City:
- Strict Immigration Policies: Vatican City has stringent immigration policies.
- Work-Based Citizenship: Citizenship is granted based solely on individuals' work roles, not by birth or marriage.
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Liechtenstein:
- Strict Immigration System: Liechtenstein's immigration system is rigorous.
- Marriage Requirement: Citizenship can be applied for after 5 years of marriage, and naturalization requires 30 years of residency.
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Qatar:
- Lengthy Residency Requirement: Qatar imposes a 20-year residency requirement for naturalized citizenship.
- Limited Permanent Residencies: The government grants only 100 permanent residencies annually.
Understanding the challenges associated with obtaining citizenship in these countries underscores the complexities individuals face in navigating global immigration systems.
