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Nationality Act — Article 14-4 (Determination on Loss of Nationality of the Republic of Korea)

국적법 제14조의4

(1) If the Minister of Justice deems it obviously inappropriate for a person with multiple nationalities to maintain the nationality of the Republic of Korea due to any of the following grounds, the Minister of Justice may determine the loss of the nationality of the Republic of Korea after holding a hearing: Provided, That this shall not apply to a person who has acquired the nationality of the Republic of Korea by birth:

1. Where the person conducts any act contrary to the national interests of the Republic of Korea, in respect of national security, diplomatic relations, national economy, etc.;

2. Where the person conducts any act prescribed by Presidential Decree which causes substantial hindrance in maintaining social order in the Republic of Korea.

(2) A person for whom determination under paragraph (1) is made shall lose the nationality of the Republic of Korea at the time when such determination is made.[This Article Newly Inserted on May 4, 2010][Moved from Article 14-3; Previous Article 14-4 moved to Article 14-5 <Sep. 15, 2022>]

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