Being A Global Citizen in a Changing World

  

Traditionally, citizenship and passports were inseparable—one citizenship meant one passport, and holding multiple passports was the stuff of spy movies. But in today’s interconnected world, the concept of citizenship is evolving rapidly.

 

A passport, traditionally seen as a symbol of citizenship, a symbol of national pride and loyalty, now also serves as a tool for mobility and opportunity. 

 

Australian citizens, for example, can acquire foreign passports while retaining their Australian citizenship. Similarly, foreign nationals of many countries can become Australian citizens while keeping their original citizenship.

 

In some cases, passports are even for sale. For instance, a Vanuatu passport, which grants visa-free travel to 130 countries and allows stays in the UK for up to six months, can be obtained with an investment of just USD 130,000. (Unlock the door to Unmatched Peace of Mind with Vanuatu Citizenship). 

 

Malaysia enforces a strict policy against dual citizenship. According to Article 24(1) of the Federal Constitution, the government may revoke the citizenship of any Malaysian who voluntarily acquires citizenship in another country. However, in practice, there is little enforcement of this rule.

 

Many Malaysians who have acquired Australian citizenship continue to renew their Malaysian passports at the Malaysian High Commission in Canberra either in person or online. They seamlessly switch between the two passports as needed. They leave Australia with their Australian passport and arrive in Malaysia with their Malaysian passport. After their stay, they exit Malaysia with their Malaysian passport and make the switch to their Australian passport upon landing in Australia. 

 

This dual flexibility allows them to enjoy Australian government benefits, like pensions, while retaining privileges in Malaysia, including unlimited stays and local advantages.

The global citizen of today is redefining boundaries—embracing the best of both worlds. 

 

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