Summary of the Convention on the Reduction of Cases of Multiple Nationality and on Military Obligations in Cases of Multiple Nationality (ETS no. 043)

The Convention aims to reduce as far as possible the number of cases of multiple nationality, as between Parties. It lays down rules to reduce cases of multiple nationality in the case of the acquisition of a new nationality or the renunciation of one nationality, and the legal consequences for persons concerned, including minor persons. It also contains provisions on military obligations in cases of multiple nationality.

Convention on the Reduction of Cases of Multiple Nationality and on Military Obligations in Cases of Multiple Nationality

Open for signature by the member States of the Council of Europe, in Strasbourg, on 6 May 1963.

Entry into force: 28 March 1968.

Summary of the treaty