CONSTITUTION OF THE REPUBLIC OF MOZAMBIQUE a) that he or she declares that he or she wishes to acquire Mozambican nationality; b) that he or she meets the requirements and offers the guarantees prescribed by law. 2. The nationality acquired by the spouse shall not be prejudiced by the declaration of annulment or dissolution of the marriage. Article 27 By Naturalisation 1. Mozambican nationality may be granted by naturalisation to foreigners who, at the time of submission of their application, meet all the following conditions: a) that they have resided in Mozambique habitually and regularly for at least ten years; b) that they are over eighteen years of age; c) that they know Portuguese or a Mozambican language; d) that they have command of their person and are capable of ensuring their own subsistence; e) that they have civic probity; f) that they meet the requirements and offer the guarantees prescribed by law. 2. The conditions set out in paragraphs a) and c) shall be waived for foreigners who have rendered relevant services to the Mozambican State, in the terms prescribed by law. Article 28 By filiation Mozambican nationality may be granted by means of naturalisation to the unmarried children, under eighteen years of age, of a citizen who has acquired Mozambican nationality. Article 29 By Adoption A person who is adopted fully by a Mozambican national acquires Mozambican nationality. Translation by MOZLEGAL – Mozambique's Legal Resource Portal www.mozlegal.com [email protected] Tel: +258 1 496900 – Fax: +258 1 496802 Directors: José Caldeira - [email protected] & Adrian Frey - [email protected] MOZLEGAL is a Project of José Caldeira & Associados - Attorneys & Consultants 9