Publication
Title
Dual nationality = double trouble?
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Abstract
The occurrence of dual nationality is increasing, due to several reasons. This article investigates the considerations private international law uses to deal with dual nationality, especially in civil law countries, where nationality is an important connecting factor and is sometimes even used for purposes of jurisdiction. Four such considerations are identified: preference for the forum nationality, the closest connection, the influence of EU law, and the principle of choice by the parties. When analysing the applications of these four considerations in issues of jurisdiction, applicable law and the recognition of foreign authentic acts or judgments, one sees that not all conflicts are real. The authors argue that false conflicts (for instance where jurisdiction can be based on the common nationality of the spouses under the Brussels IIbis Regulation) need no resolution. Both nationalities can carry equal weight in these cases. For real conflicts (for instance application of the law of the common nationality of the spouses under Art. 8c of the Rome III Regulation), a broad closest-connection test should be maintained, rather than a preference for the forum nationality (which relies heavily on arguments of State sovereignty). A closest-connection test based on objective factors is the most reliable in ensuring an outcome respectful of legal certainty.
Language
English
Source (journal)
Journal of private international law. - Oxford
Publication
Oxford : 2011
ISSN
1744-1048 [print]
1757-8418 [online]
DOI
10.5235/JPIL.V7N3.601
Volume/pages
7 :3 (2011) , p. 601-626
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UAntwerpen
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Subject
Law 
Affiliation
Publications with a UAntwerp address
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Creation 10.10.2012
Last edited 07.10.2022
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