Sri Lanka Plans Free Dual Citizenship for Diaspora Families and Descendants
Sri Lanka plans to introduce a new “Global Sri Lankan Heritage Citizen” programme aimed at strengthening ties with second and third-generation members of the Sri Lankan diaspora.
President Anura Kumara Dissanayake announced the proposal while presenting the 2027 Budget, saying the country should make better use of the knowledge, skills and experience of Sri Lankans living overseas and their descendants.
Under the proposed initiative, spouses and children of dual citizenship applicants would be eligible to receive dual citizenship free of charge. The government also plans to extend this benefit to third-generation children of Sri Lankan origin living abroad.
The programme aims to maintain their connection with Sri Lanka while encouraging greater participation in the country's development.
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Source : Sirasa News
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