Legal Framework and the Role of CM2H ∣ 透過 CM2H 取得柬埔寨國籍的合法途徑說明
Cambodian citizenship is not granted automatically and cannot be purchased outright.
All nationality matters are governed strictly by the Law on Cambodian Nationality, and any acquisition of citizenship is subject to government approval on a case-by-case basis.
The Cambodia My Second Home (CM2H) Program does not confer citizenship directly. Instead, it provides a government-recognized legal and structural pathway that enables eligible foreign nationals to establish long-term lawful residence, economic contribution, and eligibility to apply for Cambodian nationality in accordance with the law.
柬埔寨國籍並非即時取得，而是必須依據《柬埔寨國籍法》透過法定程序申請。
Cambodia My Second Home（CM2H）計劃並非直接授予國籍，而是一個由政府認可、用以建立長期合法居留、實質貢獻與國籍申請資格的制度性平台。
This page explains:
- The legal avenues to Cambodian citizenship under national law; and
- How CM2H functions as a practical and compliant pathway under that legal framework.
以下將從 法律層面 與 實務路徑 兩個角度，完整說明外國人士如何依法申請柬埔寨國籍，以及 CM2H 在其中所扮演的角色。
I. Legal Pathways to Cambodian Citizenship ∣ 柬埔寨國籍法下的主要入籍途徑
(According to the Law on Cambodian Nationality)
根據現行《柬埔寨國籍法》（修訂版），外國人可透過以下方式申請取得柬埔寨國籍：
1. Citizenship by Birth ∣ 出生取得國籍
Cambodian nationality may be acquired by birth where:
- At least one parent is a Cambodian national; or
- The individual is born in Cambodia and satisfies statutory residence and parental status requirements.
This pathway applies primarily to natural birthright cases and is not related to investment or immigration programs.
- 父或母其中一方為柬埔寨公民
- 或在柬埔寨出生，並符合連續合法居留及父母身份條件
👉 此類情況多屬自然國籍取得，與投資或移民計劃無直接關聯。
2. Citizenship through Marriage ∣ 婚姻入籍
- A foreign spouse legally married to a Cambodian national for at least three (3) years may apply for naturalization.
Approval remains subject to government review and discretion.
- 與柬埔寨公民合法結婚滿 3 年可依法申請歸化入籍
👉 屬於特定家庭關係路徑，審批仍由政府主導。
3. Naturalization through Investment ∣ 投資歸化
- Foreign nationals who have implemented a government-recognized investment
- May qualify for exemption from standard residence period requirements when applying for naturalization.
This route is typically reserved for large-scale investors and involves extensive documentation and regulatory review.
- 外國人完成經政府認可的重大投資
- 可申請豁免一般居留年期要求，進行歸化申請
👉 此為傳統「大型投資入籍」模式，門檻高、流程複雜。
4. Naturalization through Special Contribution ∣ 特殊貢獻歸化
- Foreign nationals who have made special contributions or achievements in the interests of the Kingdom of Cambodia, and
- Whose contributions are recognized by the Royal Government of Cambodia,
may apply for Cambodian nationality through naturalization, subject to statutory conditions.
➡ The CM2H Program is structured in alignment with this legal provision.
- 對柬埔寨王國作出重大經濟或社會貢獻;
- 並獲得皇家政府正式認可，可依法申請歸化入籍
👉 CM2H 計劃正是建立在此法律基礎之上。
II. The Legal Role of CM2H in the Citizenship Process ∣ CM2H 如何成為申請國籍的可行路徑
Legal Positioning of CM2H ∣ CM2H 的法律定位
The Cambodia My Second Home (CM2H) Program is:
- A government-endorsed investment immigration initiative;
- Recognized by the Ministry of Interior and the General Department of Immigration;
- Designed to facilitate long-term lawful residence, economic participation, and structured contribution to Cambodia.
CM2H does not grant citizenship.
Rather, it provides a lawful platform through which eligible individuals may, over time, satisfy the substantive requirements contemplated under the Nationality Law.
柬家園計劃(CM2H)為：
- 由 柬埔寨內政部及移民總局認可
- 以「投資型長期居留」為核心
- 協助外國人建立 合法居留、經濟活動、持續貢獻記錄
CM2H 本身 不等同國籍授予，而是：
一個用以滿足《國籍法》「特殊貢獻」條件的制度性框架。
General Citizenship Pathway via CM2H ∣ 透過 CM2H 申請國籍的一般邏輯
- Obtain CM2H Long-Term Residency
- 10-year renewable Golden Visa
- Legal residence and re-entry rights
- Eligibility for work permits and business activities
- Establish Substantive Contribution
- Approved investment under CM2H (membership, government-approved property, or fixed deposit)
- Business operations, company registration, and/or economic activity
- Ongoing lawful presence and compliance records
- Eligibility after Five (5) Years
Applicants may be eligible to apply for naturalization, subject to:- Minimum age of 18
- Valid CM2H status maintained for five years or more
- Clean criminal record
- Evidence of lawful residence and contribution
- Fulfilment of statutory and administrative requirements
- Submission to Competent Authorities
- All applications are reviewed by the relevant Cambodian authorities
- Citizenship approval is entirely at the discretion of the Royal Government
- 取得 CM2H 10 年黃金簽證
- 合法長期居留
- 可自由出入境
- 配合工作許可與商業活動
- 建立實質連結（Substantial Connection）
- 投資（會員制／政府房產／定期存款）
- 公司註冊、經濟活動、納稅記錄
- 在地生活與合規紀錄
- 滿 5 年後具備申請資格
- 年齡滿 18 歲
- 無犯罪紀錄
- 持續有效居留與貢獻證明
- 符合政府審查條件
- 向主管機關提交歸化申請
- 由政府全權審批
- 個案審核，非自動取得
III. Regulatory Disclaimer ∣ 重要聲明
- CM2H does not guarantee the grant of Cambodian citizenship
- Citizenship is a sovereign act of the State
- Approval depends on applicable laws, policies, and government discretion at the time of application
- CM2H provides legal access, structural support, and compliance assistance, not automatic entitlement
- CM2H 不保證 任何人士必然取得柬埔寨國籍
- 國籍屬於國家主權行為，由皇家政府最終決定
- 所有申請均須符合當時有效之法律、政策及審批標準
- CM2H 提供的是 合法途徑、結構支持與合規協助
IV. Who Should Consider CM2H as a Citizenship Pathway ∣ 適合考慮 CM2H 作為國籍規劃的人士
CM2H may be suitable for individuals who:
- Seek long-term residence and a second nationality through lawful and structured means
- Prefer a time-based, compliance-driven pathway rather than fast-track schemes
- Value legal clarity, government recognition, and sustainability
- Understand that nationality acquisition is eligibility-based, not guaranteed
- 有長期居留與第二身份規劃需求者
- 希望以 合規、非一次性買國籍 方式建立身份
- 重視法律清晰度、政府認可與可持續性
- 接受「時間換身份」而非快速捷徑者
Next Steps ∣ 下一步
For personalized guidance on:
- How different CM2H investment options align with nationality planning
- Eligibility assessment under Cambodian law
- Long-term residence, family planning, and citizenship strategy
Please contact our advisory team for a confidential consultation.
如你希望了解：
- CM2H 各投資方案如何影響國籍規劃
- 個人條件是否符合未來申請可能性
- 國籍、永久居留與家庭安排的整體策略
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