The legal relationship between an individual and a state, typically involving allegiance on the part of the individual and protection on the part of the state. Nationality determines the rights and obligations of the individual under the law, including the right to reside and work in the country, vote in elections, and receive consular protection abroad. Nationality can be acquired by birth, descent, marriage, or naturalization.
Etymology:
The term “nationality” comes from the Latin word “natio,” meaning “nation” or “birth,” indicating the connection between an individual and their country of origin or citizenship.