Comparative analysis of dual citizenship legislation in Ukraine and other countries: Opportunities for adapting Ukrainian practice

The purpose of the study was to determine the state of Ukrainian legislation on dual citizenship, compare it with the provisions of legal acts of Canada and Germany, and identify possible ways to adapt Ukrainian practice to European norms. For an effective study of the topic, it was important to apply hermeneutical, comparative and historical methods. The publication highlighted the essence of dual (multiple) citizenship and argues for the need for its recognition by state governments. It analysed the urgent problem in Ukraine of the spread of bipatriotism and the relevance of amending the provisions prohibiting dual citizenship. The article examined the legislation of Ukraine, Germany and Canada on dual citizenship. Based on the results of the study, it for- mulated a legal definition of the concept of dual citizenship and outlines the positive and negative aspects of its acquisition. The legal norms regulating bipatriotism are compared. This helped to identify the main ways of legal regulation of this issue and to formulate recommendations for relevant reforms of the legislation on citizenship in Ukraine (recognition of dual citizenship by the State, creation of a unified State register of bipa- triots and their cross-border movement, development of requirements for acquiring citizenship and provisions on certain restrictions for bipatriots (regarding their participation in the activities of public authorities), etc.). Importance of ensuring effective legal regulation of dual citizenship in Ukraine as a key element of integration into the global world is substantiated