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05/14/2025

Decreto No 38, Constitución de la República de El Salvador

Year: 1983

Type: Domestic law

Rights Category: Asylum, Education, Freedom of movement, Health, Housing, land & property, Liberty & security of person, Nationality & facilitated naturalization, Social protection, Work & Workplace rights, Family life, Documentation

Description

The Constitution of El Salvador outlines the rights and responsibilities of citizens and foreigners within the state.  Article 3 of the Constitution stipulates that all individuals are equal before the law, and no restrictions shall be imposed on the enjoyment of civil rights based on nationality, race, sex, or religion. El Salvador grants asylum to foreigners wishing to reside in its territory, except in cases specified by law and international law.

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Decreto Nº 38 - Constitución Política de la República de El Salvador de 1983 - Generic

Decreto Nº 38 - Constitución Política de la República de El Salvador de 1983 - Generic