Pakistan allows dual citizenship with Germany
For many Pakistani citizens in Germany, the decision to obtain German citizenship was a difficult one. Those seeking full political participation and legal equality in their new home often had to sacrifice a part of their identity: their Pakistani citizenship. This bureaucratic renunciation was not only an emotional hurdle but also brought tangible legal and economic disadvantages back home . However, since January 9, 2026, the situation has changed. An official announcement from the…