Moroccan Citizenship now Allowed for Children of Moroccan Mothers
2005-07-31
 [AFP] Mohammed VI |
Moroccan King Mohamed VI announced on Saturday (30 July) that a child born to a Moroccan mother will now have the right to obtain Moroccan citizenship. The decision is part of the Family Code revisions that aim to achieve equality between men and women, with the king saying he was motivated by a desire to protect children, preserve the cohesion of families and protect their authentic national identity.
Until now, only men had been allowed to transmit Moroccan nationality to their children and grandchildren. The rule was problematic for Moroccan women married to non-Moroccans and their children. (Morocco Times, E-Marrakech)
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souad Posted 2009-07-02
(already in English)
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