Dual-citizenship eligibility was modestly broadened in April 2024 for applicants with verifiable Korean ancestry — particularly Korean-Americans and second-generation diaspora seeking dual nationality without renouncing their existing citizenship. Implementation administered through Hi Korea's Citizenship office.
Korean-American and other Korean-ancestry foreign nationals seeking naturalisation.
Primary: Korea Ministry of Justice ↗
Corroborating: Hi Korea — Korea Immigration Service ↗
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