Acquiring Spanish Citizenship by Descent
Eligibility Criteria
- ✅ At least one parent is a Spanish citizen at the time of the applicant’s birth.
- ✅ Individuals born outside Spain to Spanish parents may be eligible.
- ✅ Special provisions exist for Sephardic Jewish descendants and former Spanish colonies.
Required Documentation
- ✅ Applicant’s birth certificate.
- ✅ Birth certificate of the Spanish parent(s).
- ✅ Proof of Spanish nationality of ancestors, if applicable.
- ✅ Additional legal documents as required by Spanish authorities.
Application Process
- 📍 Collect all necessary documents and obtain certified translations.
- 📍 Submit the application to the Spanish consulate or relevant authorities.
- 📍 Pay the required processing fees.
- 📍 Await verification and approval from Spanish authorities.
Additional Considerations
- 📌 Spain allows dual citizenship only with specific countries and under certain conditions.
- 📌 Sephardic Jewish descendants may have a special pathway to citizenship.
- 📌 Visit the Spanish Ministry of Foreign Affairs for official details.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I retain my current nationality?
Spain allows dual citizenship only with specific countries, such as those in Latin America.
Do I need to reside in Spain to apply?
Residency is not required for citizenship by descent, but it may be for other pathways.
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