Highlighting the ongoing work of the Committee for Reviewing Cases of Illegal Naturalisation, Minister of Interior: Fraud to acquire Bahraini nationality national crime

Manama, General Shaikh Rashid bin Abdullah Al Khalifa, the Interior Minister, said that the committee reviewing cases for acquiring Bahraini nationality is actively continuing its work and that it has begun taking legal measures in accordance with established procedures for the completed files. He explained that individuals who acquire Bahraini nationality in violation of the law are dealt with in accordance with the Bahraini citizenship law for 1963 and its amendments. This may result in the revocation or withdrawal of nationality and associated privileges if cases are proven of persons providing false or forged information or documents, misusing nationality, or harming the Kingdom's interests and societal security. General Shaikh Rashid bin Abdullah said that the fraudulent acquisition of Bahraini nationality is unacceptable and constitutes a national crime. He emphasised that nationality is a valuable foundation for enhancing social security and preserving national identity. The honour of acquiring nat ionality must adhere to legal provisions, and unlawful acquisition obliges authorities to take action against those who wronged the state that supports them, cares for their families, and provides them with security and a decent livelihood, the Interior Minister added. The minister pointed out that the committee has made significant efforts to detect facts based on irrefutable evidence and sufficient convictions. He said this will lead to the reconsideration of cases involving individuals who acquired citizenship in violation of the law and the implementation of measures against those who obtained it illegally. He explained that the '997' hotline, set by the Ministry of Interior to report information, complaints, or observations regarding unlawful acquisition of Bahraini citizenship, received 146 reports between June 27 and July 23, 2024. This includes 73 reports related to non-biological children and 35 reports concerning the acquisition of citizenship without fulfilling the required time period. General Shaikh Rashid bin Abdullah noted that the committee has begun contacting the individuals who submitted reports to inform them of its findings. The minister lauded the national sense of patriotism demonstrated by everyone who cooperated with the committee by providing valuable information through the dedicated hotline. Source: Bahrain News Agency