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The process for acquiring EU citizenship by descent through a European Union member nation varies from country to country, but proper documentation is always a key requirement for applicants. Some ancestry citizenship schemes, such as German citizenship by descent, Irish citizenship, or Italian citizenship, require the applicant to show proof
The European Union is preparing to launch one of its most significant border management reforms in decades. The European Travel Information and Authorization System (ETIAS) represents a careful balance between security and accessibility, designed to protect EU citizens while maintaining Europe’s reputation as a welcoming destination for legitimate travelers planning
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,
We are excited to announce the very first release of the Citizenship.EU Platform, designed to help users explore their possible eligibility for citizenship by ancestry and dual nationality in 20 European Union countries. Starting today, users can access our solution to find out if they may qualify through their family
Portugal’s Parliament is currently debating a bill which would dramatically restrict many conditions in its nationality law, including ancestry citizenship provisions.
Andorra’s government intends to open limited ancestry-based citizenship in this country known for its very strict nationality policies. Learn more about the May 2025 parliamentary bill.
Are you a Spanish descendant and interested in obtaining Spanish citizenship? The Democratic Memory Law, which has had over 680,000 applications since its inception, will close on October 22, 2025. Don’t miss this opportunity!
Germany has long recognized the importance of ancestral connection. If your family tree includes German parents, grandparents, or even great-grandparents, you might be eligible to reclaim German citizenship by descent—a right grounded in history, identity, and law.
United States-born Pope Leo XIV is without a doubt 2025’s most well known new dual citizen. Learn about his vatican citizenship and possible dual taxation with the United States.
Final Constitutional court ruling validates century-old citizenship principle while clarifying it does not address new restrictions In a landmark decision that provides crucial legal validation for Italian citizenship by descent, Italy’s Constitutional Court has decisively rejected challenges to the historical jure sanguinis system. On July 31, 2025, the court issued
