Emirati nationality law
| Federal Law No.17 of 1972 | |
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| Parliament of the United Arab Emirates | |
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| Enacted by | Government of the United Arab Emirates |
| Status: Current legislation | |
Emirati nationality law governs citizenship eligibility in the United Arab Emirates (UAE). The law is primarily jus sanguinis. Foreigners who meet certain criteria may be naturalized and granted citizenship. Gulf Cooperation Council citizens are allowed to live in the UAE without restriction and have the right of freedom of movement.