Maltese Citizenship By Descent
Persons born outside Malta between 21 September 1964 and 31 July 1989 only acquired Maltese citizenship by descent if the father was:
- a Maltese citizen born in Malta; or
- a Maltese citizen by registration or naturalisation
Women could not pass on their Maltese citizenship unless they were unmarried.
From 1 August 1989, children born outside Malta to Maltese born or naturalised mothers acquired Maltese citizenship by descent automatically.
From 10 February 2000, a person born outside Malta between 21 September 1964 and 31 July 1989 to a Maltese born or naturalised mother may apply for Maltese citizenship by registration.
Read more about this topic: Maltese Nationality Law
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