In Jordan and Lebanon , the children of women married to foreigners are denied citizenship . In both countries , women who marry non-nationals are unable to confer nationality on their child or spouse , rendering their families foreigners in the eyes of the law , and denying them rights and access to key public services . By contrast , men from those countries can confer their nationality on their children . Neighboring countries have passed similar laws over the past decade . Critics say changing the laws will create issues with citizenship status .
In Jordan and Lebanon , the children of women married to foreigners are denied citizenship . By contrast , men from those countries can confer their nationality on their children . Neighboring countries have passed similar laws over the past decade . Critics say changing the laws will create issues with citizenship status .