Denmark Rechecks 2,055 Approved Citizenship Applications

Denmark will recheck 2,055 foreign residents who applied for Danish citizenship. The review also includes their children. The Danish government plans to pass a lapsed citizenship bill. Right-wing opposition parties criticized the plan during parliamentary debates.

Immigration Minister Morten Bødskov announced the reintroduction of the citizenship bill. The bill previously lapsed when parliamentary elections were called. The delay left applicants waiting for a final decision. Authorities will now check all applicants again before approving the bill.

Official re-checks will focus on employment history and potential criminal activity. Social Democratic spokesperson Rasmus Stoklund defended the stricter procedures. He noted that Danish citizenship rules are tougher now than in previous years. Right-wing politicians like Inger Støjberg questioned the government’s approach.

Danish People’s Party member Anders Vistisen raised security concerns during the debate. Stoklund urged politicians to report any law-breaking applicants to the Naturalisation Committee. The debate highlights ongoing political debates over naturalisation rules in Denmark. CPH Post reported the debate.