Brazilian nationality law is based on the principle of Jus soli. As a general rule, any person born in Brazil acquires Brazilian citizenship at birth, irrespective of status of parents. Nationality law is regulated by Article 12 of the Brazilian Federal Constitution.
Read more about Brazilian Nationality Law: Birth in Brazil, Natural Brazilians Born Abroad, Naturalization As A Brazilian Citizen, Loss of Brazilian Citizenship, Dual Citizenship, Military Service
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