Citizenship.EU Platform Update – Free Eligibility Calculator Now Available
Citizenship.EU Platform Update – Free Eligibility Calculator Now Available
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Citizenship.EU offers ancestry-based dual citizenship assessments for European countries. We analyze your family history, identify possible citizenship routes, and provide expert guidance on your eligibility.
To begin, you need information about at least one European-born relative (typically a parent, grandparent, or great-grandparent). Even partial information can be enough. We analyze your ancestry against each country’s current nationality laws to determine whether you're eligible.
Yes. Once you acquire citizenship, your children may inherit it. This can offer long-term benefits like EU freedom of movement, education access, and more.
Yes. You can upload existing genealogy files or simply input what you already know. We also offer optional genealogist services if you need help tracing your lineage further.
Each country has different timelines. Some countries, when applying for dual citizenship by descent, may take from 6 to 24 months. When applying for citizenship through naturalization or marriage-based, it may take up to ten years.
Your fee includes a personalized eligibility analysis based on your ancestry, expert guidance on which EU country you may qualify for, and a detailed report outlining your next steps.
The assessment price remains the same regardless of the country. However, if you proceed with citizenship applications later, legal and administrative fees may vary depending on each country’s requirements and process.
Yes, many EU countries allow dual or even multiple citizenships, especially if acquired by descent or under special historical conditions. However, we’ll check your original nationality’s rules as well, to ensure compatibility.
Citizenship by descent (also known as jus sanguinis, which means 'right of blood' in Latin) is a principle of nationality law that allows individuals to obtain citizenship based on their ancestry. Many European countries offer citizenship to descendants of their citizens, sometimes extending several generations back. The specific rules, generational limits, and documentation requirements vary by country.
Currently, most of the 27 EU member states offer some form of citizenship by descent, though the specific rules vary significantly. The most popular programs include those from Italy, Ireland, Germany, Poland, Hungary, and Portugal, but we provide information on all eligible countries.
The costs vary by country. Government fees typically range from €50 to €300, depending on the country. However, additional costs may include document retrieval, translations, authentications (apostilles), and potentially legal assistance. Our service fee starts at $80, which provides you with a comprehensive analysis and step-by-step guidance.
This varies significantly by country. Some countries like Ireland and Poland limit eligibility to grandchildren of citizens, while others like Italy and Hungary have no generational limit as long as you can prove the lineage. Germany focuses on descendants of those who lost citizenship due to persecution. Our assessment will clarify your specific situation.
Language requirements vary by country. Some countries like Italy and Ireland have no language requirements for citizenship by descent. Others like Hungary require basic language skills. Germany, Spain, and several Eastern European countries may have language requirements depending on your specific pathway. Our country profiles provide detailed information on these requirements.
Most EU countries now allow dual citizenship when obtained through ancestry, but there are exceptions. Germany traditionally required renunciation but has exceptions for EU citizens and descendants of Nazi-era refugees. Austria generally prohibits dual citizenship with some exceptions. Our analysis will clarify the dual citizenship rules for your specific situation.
Processing times vary widely by country and individual case complexity. Generally, you can expect: 1-3 months for document gathering, 1-2 months for document authentication and translation, and 6-24 months for government processing. Italian citizenship applications are currently experiencing the longest delays (2-4 years), while Hungarian and Irish applications are typically faster (6-12 months).
While not always strictly necessary, professional assistance is recommended for most citizenship applications due to the complex documentation requirements, language barriers, and specific legal procedures. Some countries like Italy and Germany have more complex processes that benefit significantly from legal assistance. We can recommend trusted service providers for your specific situation.
Typically required documents include: birth certificates of all individuals in your lineage chain, marriage certificates, death certificates (if applicable), naturalization records (if your ancestor became a citizen of another country), and proof of the original ancestor's citizenship. All documents usually need to be officially translated and authenticated with an apostille or similar certification.
If you're missing documents, options include: researching alternative sources (church records, census data, military records), requesting archival searches in the relevant country, using indirect evidence in some cases, or filing declarations of missing documents (accepted in some jurisdictions). Our service includes guidance on document location strategies specific to your ancestral country.
EU citizenship provides: freedom to live, work, study, and retire in any EU member state; access to healthcare and social security benefits across the EU; right to vote and stand as a candidate in European and municipal elections; consular protection from any EU country worldwide; reduced university fees in many EU countries; and simplified travel within the Schengen Area without border controls.
In most cases, once you obtain EU citizenship, your minor children can be included in your application or can apply through you with simplified procedures. Rules for adult children vary by country. For children born after you obtain citizenship, they generally automatically acquire citizenship at birth, though registration requirements may apply. Our guidance includes family-specific recommendations.
You’ll need information about at least one European-born relative to begin the process. However, you don’t need to know everything – even partial details about this relative can be enough to start our assessment. We can often identify potential citizenship pathways even with limited information, helping you discover eligible ancestry connections you weren’t previously aware of.
If you qualify, your assessment will include which country (or countries) you’re eligible for and a clear outline of next steps. You can then choose to pursue your citizenship independently or opt for our additional services to assist with document collection and application processing. All additional information is found in your assessment results.
It varies by country. Some nations like Italy have no generational limit for certain family lines, while others like Ireland typically recognize up to grandparents. Our assessment checks your eligibility against each country’s specific rules, often finding pathways people didn’t know existed.
Citizenship by descent (also known as jus sanguinis, which means 'right of blood' in Latin) is a principle of nationality law that allows individuals to obtain citizenship based on their ancestry. Many European countries offer citizenship to descendants of their citizens, sometimes extending several generations back. The specific rules, generational limits, and documentation requirements vary by country.
Currently, most of the 27 EU member states offer some form of citizenship by descent, though the specific rules vary significantly. The most popular programs include those from Italy, Ireland, Germany, Poland, Hungary, and Portugal, but we provide information on all eligible countries.
The costs vary by country. Government fees typically range from €50 to €300, depending on the country. However, additional costs may include document retrieval, translations, authentications (apostilles), and potentially legal assistance. Our service fee starts at $80, which provides you with a comprehensive analysis and step-by-step guidance.
To begin, you need information about at least one European-born relative (typically a parent, grandparent, or great-grandparent). Even partial information can be enough. We analyze your ancestry against each country’s current nationality laws to determine whether you're eligible.
Yes. Once you acquire citizenship, your children may inherit it. This can offer long-term benefits like EU freedom of movement, education access, and more.
Yes, many EU countries allow dual or even multiple citizenships, especially if acquired by descent or under special historical conditions. However, we’ll check your original nationality’s rules as well, to ensure compatibility.
Language requirements vary by country. Some countries like Italy and Ireland have no language requirements for citizenship by descent. Others like Hungary require basic language skills. Germany, Spain, and several Eastern European countries may have language requirements depending on your specific pathway. Our country profiles provide detailed information on these requirements.
EU citizenship provides: freedom to live, work, study, and retire in any EU member state; access to healthcare and social security benefits across the EU; right to vote and stand as a candidate in European and municipal elections; consular protection from any EU country worldwide; reduced university fees in many EU countries; and simplified travel within the Schengen Area without border controls.
In most cases, once you obtain EU citizenship, your minor children can be included in your application or can apply through you with simplified procedures. Rules for adult children vary by country. For children born after you obtain citizenship, they generally automatically acquire citizenship at birth, though registration requirements may apply. Our guidance includes family-specific recommendations.
To begin, you need information about at least one European-born relative (typically a parent, grandparent, or great-grandparent). Even partial information can be enough. We analyze your ancestry against each country’s current nationality laws to determine whether you're eligible.
Citizenship by descent (also known as jus sanguinis, which means 'right of blood' in Latin) is a principle of nationality law that allows individuals to obtain citizenship based on their ancestry. Many European countries offer citizenship to descendants of their citizens, sometimes extending several generations back. The specific rules, generational limits, and documentation requirements vary by country.
Currently, most of the 27 EU member states offer some form of citizenship by descent, though the specific rules vary significantly. The most popular programs include those from Italy, Ireland, Germany, Poland, Hungary, and Portugal, but we provide information on all eligible countries.
This varies significantly by country. Some countries like Ireland and Poland limit eligibility to grandchildren of citizens, while others like Italy and Hungary have no generational limit as long as you can prove the lineage. Germany focuses on descendants of those who lost citizenship due to persecution. Our assessment will clarify your specific situation.
Language requirements vary by country. Some countries like Italy and Ireland have no language requirements for citizenship by descent. Others like Hungary require basic language skills. Germany, Spain, and several Eastern European countries may have language requirements depending on your specific pathway. Our country profiles provide detailed information on these requirements.
Most EU countries now allow dual citizenship when obtained through ancestry, but there are exceptions. Germany traditionally required renunciation but has exceptions for EU citizens and descendants of Nazi-era refugees. Austria generally prohibits dual citizenship with some exceptions. Our analysis will clarify the dual citizenship rules for your specific situation.
You’ll need information about at least one European-born relative to begin the process. However, you don’t need to know everything – even partial details about this relative can be enough to start our assessment. We can often identify potential citizenship pathways even with limited information, helping you discover eligible ancestry connections you weren’t previously aware of.
If you qualify, your assessment will include which country (or countries) you’re eligible for and a clear outline of next steps. You can then choose to pursue your citizenship independently or opt for our additional services to assist with document collection and application processing. All additional information is found in your assessment results.
Your fee includes a personalized eligibility analysis based on your ancestry, expert guidance on which EU country you may qualify for, and a detailed report outlining your next steps.
The assessment price remains the same regardless of the country. However, if you proceed with citizenship applications later, legal and administrative fees may vary depending on each country’s requirements and process.
The costs vary by country. Government fees typically range from €50 to €300, depending on the country. However, additional costs may include document retrieval, translations, authentications (apostilles), and potentially legal assistance. Our service fee starts at $80, which provides you with a comprehensive analysis and step-by-step guidance.
Citizenship.EU offers ancestry-based dual citizenship assessments for European countries. We analyze your family history, identify possible citizenship routes, and provide expert guidance on your eligibility.
Yes. You can upload existing genealogy files or simply input what you already know. We also offer optional genealogist services if you need help tracing your lineage further.
If you qualify, your assessment will include which country (or countries) you’re eligible for and a clear outline of next steps. You can then choose to pursue your citizenship independently or opt for our additional services to assist with document collection and application processing. All additional information is found in your assessment results.
It varies by country. Some nations like Italy have no generational limit for certain family lines, while others like Ireland typically recognize up to grandparents. Our assessment checks your eligibility against each country’s specific rules, often finding pathways people didn’t know existed.
Each country has different timelines. Some countries, when applying for dual citizenship by descent, may take from 6 to 24 months. When applying for citizenship through naturalization or marriage-based, it may take up to ten years.
Processing times vary widely by country and individual case complexity. Generally, you can expect: 1-3 months for document gathering, 1-2 months for document authentication and translation, and 6-24 months for government processing. Italian citizenship applications are currently experiencing the longest delays (2-4 years), while Hungarian and Irish applications are typically faster (6-12 months).
While not always strictly necessary, professional assistance is recommended for most citizenship applications due to the complex documentation requirements, language barriers, and specific legal procedures. Some countries like Italy and Germany have more complex processes that benefit significantly from legal assistance. We can recommend trusted service providers for your specific situation.
Typically required documents include: birth certificates of all individuals in your lineage chain, marriage certificates, death certificates (if applicable), naturalization records (if your ancestor became a citizen of another country), and proof of the original ancestor's citizenship. All documents usually need to be officially translated and authenticated with an apostille or similar certification.
If you're missing documents, options include: researching alternative sources (church records, census data, military records), requesting archival searches in the relevant country, using indirect evidence in some cases, or filing declarations of missing documents (accepted in some jurisdictions). Our service includes guidance on document location strategies specific to your ancestral country.
Yes. You can upload existing genealogy files or simply input what you already know. We also offer optional genealogist services if you need help tracing your lineage further.
Language requirements vary by country. Some countries like Italy and Ireland have no language requirements for citizenship by descent. Others like Hungary require basic language skills. Germany, Spain, and several Eastern European countries may have language requirements depending on your specific pathway. Our country profiles provide detailed information on these requirements.
Most EU countries now allow dual citizenship when obtained through ancestry, but there are exceptions. Germany traditionally required renunciation but has exceptions for EU citizens and descendants of Nazi-era refugees. Austria generally prohibits dual citizenship with some exceptions. Our analysis will clarify the dual citizenship rules for your specific situation.
While not always strictly necessary, professional assistance is recommended for most citizenship applications due to the complex documentation requirements, language barriers, and specific legal procedures. Some countries like Italy and Germany have more complex processes that benefit significantly from legal assistance. We can recommend trusted service providers for your specific situation.
EU citizenship provides: freedom to live, work, study, and retire in any EU member state; access to healthcare and social security benefits across the EU; right to vote and stand as a candidate in European and municipal elections; consular protection from any EU country worldwide; reduced university fees in many EU countries; and simplified travel within the Schengen Area without border controls.
In most cases, once you obtain EU citizenship, your minor children can be included in your application or can apply through you with simplified procedures. Rules for adult children vary by country. For children born after you obtain citizenship, they generally automatically acquire citizenship at birth, though registration requirements may apply. Our guidance includes family-specific recommendations.
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