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Applicants wishing to reinstate Lithuanian citizenship by ancestry will go through the Lithuanian Migration Information System (MIGRIS), managed by the Migration Department of the Republic of Lithuania. If you live abroad, your application will be forwarded by Lithuanian embassies and consulates in your country of residence. You’re required to make
Both Lithuanian residents and those living abroad must handle their Lithuanian citizenship by descent applications with specific authorities. Check out the brief guide below on which Lithuanian consulates to contact depending on your residency status. We also outline the relevant jurisdictions within the U.S. for the four diplomatic missions that process
Whether you’re ready to apply for citizenship, gathering the relevant documents, or not yet sure of your Lithuanian ancestry or citizenship by descent eligibility status, you’re sure to have questions about the application process. Below, we break down answers to some of the most common questions people ask when applying
Descendants of Lithuanian nationals have historically faced some hurdles in acquiring citizenship by descent. After regaining independence in 1990, the laws of Lithuania’s citizenship by ancestry policy changed. Here’s what you need to know if you’re using this route to seek Lithuanian citizenship through an ancestor and become a citizen
If you have a Lithuanian ancestor, you may be wondering what rights you and your children have to claiming citizenship. Special birthright and lineage laws apply. Descendants of Lithuanian nationals can acquire Lithuanian citizenship by ancestry as far back as a great-grandparent if certain criteria are met. Following more recent
