Citizenship of india by naturalization for a foreigner
albert hirschsprung
(Querist) 15 November 2014
This query is : Resolved
I am a 69 years old French citizen who has lived in India for the past 30 years with a 'five year entry visa' which has to be renewed every five years at the Indian ambassy in Paris, France or anywhere outside India. I would like to get in contact with a lawyer who could advise me on the matter of Indian citizenship on the basis of the following article of Indian law regarding the acquisition of citizenship by a foreign citizen:
"Citizenship of India by naturalization can be acquired by a foreigner (not being an illegal migrant) who is ordinarily resident in India for twelve years (throughout the period of twelve months immediately preceding the date of application and for eleven years in the aggregate in the fourteen years preceding the twelve months) and fulfils other qualifications as specified in third schedule to the act, 1955. "
I came to India for spiritual reasons and am not employed.
Thanks for your help.
ajay sethi
(Expert) 15 November 2014
Citizenship of India by naturalization can be acquired by a foreigner (not illegal migrant) who is ordinarily resident in India for twelve years (throughout the period of twelve months immediately preceding the date of application and for eleven years in the aggregate in the fourteen years preceding the twelve months) and other qualifications as specified in Third Schedule to the Citizen Act.
Rajendra K Goyal
(Expert) 15 November 2014
Search web for lawyer dealing in migration matters.
albert hirschsprung
(Querist) 16 November 2014
Thank you everyone for your prompt replies. They made me realize that the phrasing of my query should have been more accurate.
Can a lawyer actually deal with the process of naturalization on behalf of a client or must the applicant necessarily apply directly and in person to his district collector?
If it were possible for a Lawyer to present the case and have a better chance of success, could anyone suggest the professional who would be best suited to the task?
I was unable to directly contact a migration expert on the net. That's why registering on this forum seemed to offer a better opportunity to do so.
Thanks again !
ajay sethi
(Expert) 16 November 2014
it is better you apply directly in person .merely because lawyer is appearing on your behalf your chances of success dont increase .
albert hirschsprung
(Querist) 16 November 2014
That's what I needed to know, thank you Mr.Sethi and Mr.Barman .
T. Kalaiselvan, Advocate
(Expert) 17 November 2014
Yes, as per proper advises by experts, it would be better if you approach directly with an application for the purpose so that your genuineness will be recognised and acknowledged.
albert hirschsprung
(Querist) 18 November 2014
I understand your point, Mr Kelaselvan, thank you .
Advocate Kappil Cchandna
(Expert) 15 November 2014
