Many foreign nationals who live and work in Brazil dream of obtaining Brazilian citizenship. However, the naturalization process before the Ministry of Justice can be strict, and it is not uncommon for applicants to receive notice that their application has been denied. If this has happened to you, remain calm: a negative decision is not final. There is a legal avenue to challenge the outcome and pursue approval of your application. Why is a Naturalization Application denied?

If you were born in the United States and one of your parents is Brazilian, you may apply for Brazilian nationality without renouncing your U.S. citizenship, thereby being entitled to dual citizenship. However, the procedure to exercise this right varies according to specific rules under Brazilian law.   Before the Age of 18 It is necessary to verify whether your birth certificate was registered at a Brazilian consulate before you turned 18. If this registration was completed

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