Acquiring Austrian Citizenship by Descent

Eligibility Criteria

✅ Children born to Austrian mothers automatically acquire citizenship.
✅ Children of Austrian fathers acquire citizenship if parents are married at birth.
✅ If parents are unmarried, paternity must be acknowledged within 8 weeks.

Required Documentation

✅ Applicant’s birth certificate.
✅ Austrian parent's proof of citizenship.
✅ Parents' marriage certificate (if applicable).
✅ Proof of paternity acknowledgment (if applicable).

Application Process

📍 Gather and authenticate necessary documents.
📍 Submit application at an Austrian consulate or relevant authority.
📍 Await processing and possible interviews.
📍 Receive confirmation of citizenship and documents.

Additional Considerations

📌 Austria generally does not allow dual citizenship.
📌 Dual citizenship exceptions exist for individuals persecuted by the Nazi regime.
📌 For official information, visit: Austrian Government Website.