| No, a lot of countries require that you take tests and show that you're looking for a job in that country. Of course it'll also cost money. For my country the following applies: * Must have residency permit, permanent or temporary with intent to be permanent * Must pass residency exam (tests language, law, etc.) * Must be living in country for 8 years minimum * Must have independent source of income that isn't social welfare or unemployment benefits * Sufficient knowledge of local language * Must not have been convicted of a crime * Must pledge to the democratic order laid out by the constitution * Annulling or otherwise revoking your previous citizenship |