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The right of abode is an individual's freedom from immigration control in a particular country. A person who has the right of abode in a country does not need permission from the government to enter the country and can live and work there without restriction, and is immune from removal and deportation (unless the right of abode has been revoked).

Generally, to have right of abode, a person must be a citizen of that country. However, some countries grant the right of abode for qualified non-citizens. This is distinct with the commonly-called right to land, right to live or right of residence. Those with permanent residency generally have a de facto right of residence, which can be revoked in certain circumstances—such as conviction of crimes or prolonged absence. This is unlike citizenship, revocable only in very limited circumstances such as fraud or national security.