Goans with Portuguese passport It enables such holders to move freely in European Union, Mostly the holders have opted for British jobs, but many have found openings in other countries like France, Switzerland ect. Though India does not recognize dual citizenship at the moment, there is a way out and it is not hopeless as it seems, The main aim has been economic prosperity, which in any way is mostly fuelled back into the country
Govt of India , Union Ministry of Law in principle has accepted the position of Goa Govt. that mere registration in Central registry in Lisbon does not amount to acquiring Portuguese citizenship. Rgistration is just the beguining of the process to obtain Portuguese Citizenship through Cartao de Cidadao. This view is communicated to Home Ministry and only a formal announcement is awaited Disadvavntages; Cannot take up Govt, job, , acquire agriculture and plantation property Voting, contesting elections Advavntages; Apply for OCI (overseas Citizenship of India) It is believed that 90% of 20,000 Goans are holding OCI cards 1-That enables to get lifelong multiple entry visa with the same facilities and concessions available to NIR`s 2-Right to private employment, Adhar card, LPG gas connection, driving licence, registration of vehicle, acquiring any immovable property 3-OCI`s inheriting agricultural property can continue to enjoy Portuguese authorities are of the opinion that such holders of Portuguese passport have nothing to fear for next two years and Portuguese officials will extend all possible help They are advised further to apply for permanent resident status in and dual citizenship in UK. Meanwhile Goan Politicians are working to add a section Sec 16 of Representations of People act 1950 to confer voting rights andcall to Union home Ministry to amend S9 Citizenship act through ordinance Nelson Lopes Chinchinim
