Hurmu nationality and residency law

The Hurmu nationality and residency law is the law governing the acquisition and loss of Hurmu nationality as well as rights of residency in Hurmu. Its main provisions are summarised in this article.

Nationality

Nationality of the Order of the Holy Lakes is governed by the Nationality Act of the Order of the Holy Lakes.

Residency

• Right of abode in Hurmu belongs only to:
  • Hurmu nationals
  • Craitish nationals
• For all others, there are two forms of residency rights: temporary and permanent
  • Temporary residency rights are granted persons for a duration of time for a specific purpose (i.e. family reunion, studies, work, etc.)
  • Permanent residency rights are granted foreigners who, having lived in Hurmu for five years or longer, have made it clear that they wish to settle in Hurmu and live in Hurmu permanently.
    • Permanent residency rights are automatically revoked after having settled in another country.
    • Permanent residency rights may be revoked by a court if the person has been convicted of an offence that carries a custodial sentence. Such person may also be expelled to their country of nationality, or if stateless, to the Green.