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Feeling uncertain about the future in the U.S.? Then it might be time to consider getting dual citizenship as a social safety net. If you’ve got Czech ancestors, you may qualify for a Czech passport—and with it, the legal right to live, work, and travel anywhere in the European Union without a visa!
Why Czech Citizenship?
The Czech Republic offers a straightforward process for those with Czech or Czechoslovak heritage, giving you the chance to reconnect with your roots and unlock new opportunities. Czech citizenship ensures freedom of movement within the EU (plus Iceland, Norway, Liechtenstein, and Switzerland), access to EU healthcare, and greater political and economic stability for you and your family.
Who Qualifies?
Through a process called declaration via Section 31 (sometimes erroneously referred to as “Czech citizenship by descent”), individuals with Czech ancestry can regain citizenship without taking the traditional naturalization steps. You may qualify if:
- One of your parents or grandparents was a Czech or Czechoslovak citizen AND they lost their citizenship through U.S. naturalization OR your qualifying female ancestor married a non-Czechoslovak citizen before June 24, 1947, AND
- Your qualifying ancestor never became a Slovak citizen in 1969, AND
- You currently are not and never have become a Slovak citizen.
You may also qualify via Section 32 if:
- Your non-Czech grandmother married a Czechoslovak citizen before June 24, 1947, OR
- Your grandparent was born abroad to Czechoslovak parents before 1949.
What’s Required?
To apply, you’ll need:
- Birth, marriage, and death certificates for everyone in your direct Czech line going as far back as your last Czech ancestors to have resided in Czechoslovakia or Czech Republic.
- Proof of your ancestor’s Czech citizenship (e.g., census, passport, or immigration records).
Proof of loss of Czech/Czechoslovak citizenship (e.g. a naturalization certificate or a marriage certificate if woman married before June 24, 1947). - Supporting documents for yourself and any children applying with you. (Keep in mind that only grandchildren of a qualifying ancestor are eligible).
What’s more, there is no requirement to live in the Czech Republic or speak Czech in order to qualify!
If citizenship isn’t an option due to ineligibility, I can help with a pathway to securing a permanent residence permit in the Czech Republic based on Czech ancestry. This will enable you to apply for fast-track naturalization.
Ready to Get Started?
Czech citizenship isn’t just a connection to your heritage—it’s your gateway to Europe. Reclaim your Czech roots, secure your future, and open the door to exciting opportunities in the EU.
***Please note that mostly Americans with Czech ancestors will qualify for Czech citizenship by declaration. However, other nationalities may also qualify.
Contact us today to begin your journey.
