The national flag of Slovenia waving on a flagpole against a clear blue sky. The flag has three horizontal stripes of white, blue, and red, with the Slovenian coat of arms in the upper left corner.

Can My Child Gain Slovenian Citizenship by Ancestry?

For many families of Slovenian descent, citizenship is a way of ensuring that the next generation can maintain their connection to Slovenia. Parents who hold or are applying for Slovenian citizenship often ask the same question: will my children qualify too? The answer depends on timing. Slovenia’s nationality law is

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Town square in Bratislava, Slovakia; we answer frequently asked questions about Slovakian citizenship by descent.

FAQs About Slovakian Citizenship by Descent

Many Slovaks and their descendants live abroad in countries like the U.S., Canada, and nations in Western Europe. If you’re a part of this rich Slovak diaspora, you may be able to reconnect with your Slovak roots by acquiring Slovak citizenship by descent and thus, EU citizenship. The laws governing

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Austrian Citizenship by Descent: Step-by-Step Guide

If you have Austrian ancestors, then you may be eligible to acquire Austrian citizenship by descent if you meet certain provisions. Austrian nationality law allows for descendants of Austrian citizens to apply for citizenship, regardless of their place of birth. Pathways include birthright citizenship and citizenship for descendants of Austrians

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The End of Citizenship by Investment in Europe

Within the last year, the EU Court of Justice has finally put a stop to citizenship by investment (CBI). The decision, which effectively ruled that Malta’s “golden passport” program was illegal, ended the last remaining CBI scheme in the European Union. Prior to that, Cyprus also took part in CBI,

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Can My Child Gain Austrian Citizenship by Ancestry?

For Austrian families seeking restitution for historical injustices, as well as those looking to reconnect with their heritage, Austrian citizenship stands as a meaningful way to reestablish ties with their family history. Many families in such situations often wonder whether their children qualify for ancestral citizenship in Austria and how

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An aerial view of the coast of Cyprus, representing Cypriot citizenship and the possible ancestral paths to acquiring it for children.

Can My Child Get Cypriot Citizenship by Ancestry?

The Republic of Cyprus is home to one of the world’s largest diasporas relative to its population. Families in the United Kingdom, Australia, the United States, and South Africa often ask whether their children also qualify for Cypriot citizenship by descent. The answer is usually yes, but the process depends

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FAQs: Hungarian Citizenship by Descent

For people who qualify or think they may qualify for Hungarian citizenship by descent, there are clear pathways to reconnecting with their Hungarian roots and heritage. Questions often arise when it comes to eligibility, the citizenship application process, and language requirements, as they can vary depending on your personal background

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A bronze monument of Jan Hus in the Old Town Square of Prague, Czech Republic.

Czech Republic Citizenship by Descent: Eligibility Explained

There are many communities of Czech emigrants in countries such as the U.S. due to Czechia’s complex political history and mass emigrations in the 19th and 20th centuries. Because of this displacement of former Czech and Czechoslovak nationals, many people with Czech/Czechoslovak descent living abroad want to know if and

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Irish Consulates: How to Apply for Citizenship Abroad

When applying for Irish citizenship by ancestry from outside Ireland, you’ll need to direct your application through the competent authorities. The Irish Naturalisation and Immigration Service (INIS) handles Irish citizenship and immigration matters under the Irish Nationality and Citizenship Act, which governs how individuals of Irish descent can secure their

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