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For many families with Croatian roots, one of the first questions that comes up is whether children can also benefit from Croatian citizenship by descent. Parents who are applying for their own recognition often want to know if their children will qualify automatically, whether the application form must be filed
Croatian citizenship by descent is possible for people with Croatian heritage whose ancestors may have left the country in the 20th century to seek peace abroad. Depending on your ancestors’ situations, your situation, and certain criteria outlined in the Croatian Citizenship Act and the Law on Croatian Citizenship, you could
Submitting an application for Greek citizenship by descent is a process that entails specific documentation to prove lineage. Furthermore, only certain individuals are eligible based on Greece’s Nationality Code and must apply through specific competent authorities, depending on whether you live in Greece or abroad. Along the way, applicants commonly
Applying for Croatian citizenship can feel like a paperwork marathon. Whether you are applying through descent, marriage, or naturalization, your case depends on proving your eligibility with the correct documentation. For many in the Croatian diaspora, the process begins with collecting family records from both Croatia and abroad. This guide
When seeking German citizenship through ancestry, there are common concerns and complications that applicants may encounter. We’ve compiled this guide with answers to frequently asked questions about who qualifies, the application process, necessary documents, exceptional cases, and more. Common Questions About German Citizenship Through Ancestry Moving Forward The path to
For many families with Bulgarian heritage, one of the most important questions is whether children can also benefit from Bulgarian citizenship by ancestry. Parents who qualify often want to ensure their children gain the same advantages — access to the European Union, education opportunities, and the ability to live and
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
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
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
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,
