Children born abroad to Malaysian mothers and non-Malaysian fathers may apply for Malaysian citizenship by registration under certain conditions specified in the Federal Constitution of Malaysia and its nationality laws.
This process is facilitated under Article 15(2) of the Federal Constitution, which allows for the registration of children in such circumstances. It ensures that children who may not automatically acquire Malaysian citizenship by descent can still be registered as Malaysian citizens, provided that all legal requirements are met and the application is approved by the Malaysian authorities.
Applications must be made using Borang B, which is specifically for the registration of children born overseas to Malaysian parents when the child is not automatically a Malaysian citizen by operation of law.
Important: Both parents and the child must be present at the Embassy during the application.
The following documents are required for the registration of birth:
Approval of the citizenship application is not automatic and is subject to various criteria being met. JPN reviews applications based on the Federal Constitution of Malaysia, national policies, and the discretion afforded by the law to the Minister or the relevant authorities.
Application type | Application fee |
Application for Citizenship | €15 per application |
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