PUTRAJAYA, Oct 29 (Bernama) -- The Ministry of Home Affairs (KDN) has completed all documentation and preparations regarding the constitutional amendment concerning the citizenship of children born abroad to Malaysian mothers and it is now merely awaiting the determination of an effective date.
KDN Awaits Effective Date Of Citizenship Amendments For Children Born Overseas
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KDN has finalized preparations for citizenship amendments for children of Malaysian mothers born overseas and awaits the effective date from the King.
- Amendment allows automatic citizenship for children of Malaysian mothers married to foreigners.
- KDN has completed documentation and notified diplomatic missions globally.
- Around 7,000 pending applications involve children born abroad to Malaysian mothers.
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Also reported by Malay Mail
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