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Rashid Khan Rejects India And Australia Citizenship Offer Sticking With Afghanistan Against All Odds

Rashid Khan Rejects India And Australia Citizenship Offer Sticking With Afghanistan Against All Odds

Afghan spin star Rashid Khan declined citizenship offers from India and Australia, choosing to represent Afghanistan instead. A new book says he was approached during the 2023 IPL with an offer of Indian documents and the chance to play in India. Khan reportedly remained firm on loyalty to his homeland, earning praise for putting country over career advantage.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 24 Apr 2026
Japan to double citizenship residency requirement from April to 10 consecutive years for applicants

Japan to double citizenship residency requirement from April to 10 consecutive years for applicants

Japan is tightening its path to citizenship by doubling the residency requirement for naturalization from five to ten consecutive years starting April 1. The updated process will also require longer tax and social insurance records, bringing citizenship standards closer to those for permanent residency. Officials say the changes will make approvals more rigorous.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 24 Apr 2026

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Kuwait tightens citizenship rules with faster revocation powers for interior minister

Kuwait tightens citizenship rules with faster revocation powers for interior minister

Kuwait has enacted Decree-Law No. (52) of 2026, revising how citizenship is granted, withdrawn, and regulated. Effective immediately, the changes are designed to balance national identity with social factors, but also introduce stricter conditions for losing nationality. The Interior Minister’s powers are expanded, making revocation processes potentially broader and faster for those deemed ineligible.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 24 Apr 2026
New Zealand births after 2006 not automatic citizenship here is how kids qualify

New Zealand births after 2006 not automatic citizenship here is how kids qualify

Children born in New Zealand after January 1, 2006 are not automatically citizens. Their citizenship or visa outcome depends on the parents’ legal status at the time of birth. If neither parent is a New Zealand citizen, the child may be granted a visa linked to the parents’ valid visa, subject to confirmation from Immigration New Zealand.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 24 Apr 2026
New Zealand citizenship requirements for migrants are stricter than many expect

New Zealand citizenship requirements for migrants are stricter than many expect

New Zealand citizenship is granted only after migrants meet strict legal and administrative conditions. Applicants typically must live in the country for at least five years, prove physical presence, and show an intention to remain. Beyond residence, they must meet English language requirements and demonstrate good character while complying with immigration and legal rules.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 24 Apr 2026
Finland proposes civic knowledge test for citizenship as immigration rules tighten further

Finland proposes civic knowledge test for citizenship as immigration rules tighten further

Finland has proposed requiring a civic knowledge test covering Finnish society as a condition for citizenship. The move comes as the government tightens immigration rules, following a broader European trend toward stricter access policies. Officials say the proposal aims to better prepare applicants for life in Finland, while critics question the impact on newcomers seeking permanent status.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 24 Apr 2026

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Canada to raise permanent residence and citizenship fees in 2026 deadlines near

Canada to raise permanent residence and citizenship fees in 2026 deadlines near

Canada will raise permanent residence and citizenship application fees effective March 31 and April 30, 2026, impacting multiple immigration routes including Express Entry, family sponsorship, and the Right of Permanent Residence Fee. People who submitted and paid online before the respective deadlines will be unaffected, making timing crucial for applicants planning to apply in 2026.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 24 Apr 2026
Who qualifies for New Zealand citizenship by birth descent or grant rules explained

Who qualifies for New Zealand citizenship by birth descent or grant rules explained

New Zealand citizenship is mainly available through birth, descent, or grant. People born in New Zealand before 2006 automatically became citizens, but those born after face stricter conditions. For later births, citizenship typically depends on whether a parent was already a New Zealand citizen or permanent resident, with other pathways available through formal grant processes.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 24 Apr 2026
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