What is Saudi nationality?

Saudi nationality law is based on the principle of jus sanguinis, or the right of blood. This means that Saudi citizenship is generally passed down from parents to children, regardless of where the child is born. However, there are some exceptions to this rule, such as for children born to Saudi mothers and non-Saudi fathers.

Eligibility for Saudi citizenship:

* By descent: A child born to a Saudi father is automatically a Saudi citizen. A child born to a Saudi mother and a non-Saudi father may also be eligible for Saudi citizenship if the father is a national of a country that has a reciprocal agreement with Saudi Arabia.

* By naturalization: Foreign nationals may apply for Saudi citizenship after meeting certain requirements, including having lived in Saudi Arabia for a specified period of time, speaking Arabic, and having no criminal record.

* By royal decree: The King of Saudi Arabia may grant Saudi citizenship to individuals who have made exceptional contributions to the country.

Loss of Saudi citizenship:

* Voluntary renunciation: A Saudi citizen may renounce their citizenship by submitting a written request to the Ministry of Interior.

* Involuntary revocation: The Ministry of Interior may revoke Saudi citizenship from individuals who have committed certain offenses, such as espionage, treason, or terrorism.

Dual citizenship:

* Saudi Arabia does not recognize dual citizenship. This means that Saudi citizens who acquire citizenship of another country will automatically lose their Saudi citizenship.