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Luxembourg's Citizenship by Descent

Luxembourg offers citizenship by descent to individuals with Luxembourgish ancestry, allowing them to reconnect with their heritage and gain the benefits of Luxembourgish and EU citizenship.

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Luxembourg - Citizenship by Descent

Discover Citizenship by Descent in Luxembourg

Luxembourgish citizenship by descent, also known as "citizenship by option" or "citizenship by birth," is available to individuals who can prove Luxembourgish ancestry in a direct line. This path to citizenship allows descendants of Luxembourgish citizens to claim their heritage through various methods.

Valor da renda mínima

Países com isenção de visto

191

Meses para o visto

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A Snapshot of Citizenship by Descent in Luxembourg

Reconnect with your Luxembourgish roots through citizenship by descent.

Requisitos de elegibilidade

Child of at least one Luxembourgish citizen parent at birth

Restrições do ancestral da âncora

Descendant of someone who was a Luxembourgish citizen before June 15, 1940, or between 1815-1943 if they are a male ancestor.

Meses para a cidadania

6-24 months

Duração do visto

Meses para o visto

Requisito de presença física

None

Disponibilidade

Médio

Bolsa Família

Cônjuge e filhos

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Benefits of Citizenship by Descent in Luxembourg

Luxembourgish citizenship offers numerous advantages, including EU membership benefits, visa-free travel to approximately 190 countries, and the opportunity to live and work in Luxembourg and other EU countries. Additional benefits include access to a strong social welfare system and free education.

Administrative Path: Submit application to the local commune of residence in Luxembourg or Luxembourg City for those living abroad

Apply in Country Path: Applications can be submitted in Luxembourg if legally residing there

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Requirements for Citizenship by Descent in Luxembourg

To apply for Luxembourgish citizenship by descent, you must meet the following requirements:

  • Have a parent, adoptive parent, or grandparent who is or was a Luxembourgish national
  • Be descendant of someone who was a Luxembourgish citizen before June 15, 1940, or between 1815-1943 if they are a male ancestor.
  • Provide necessary documentation to prove family ties and Luxembourgish ancestry
  • Meet good repute conditions (no serious criminal convictions)
  • In some cases, demonstrate knowledge of the Luxembourgish language and complete the "Vivre ensemble au Grand-Duché de Luxembourg" course
  • All non-Luxembourgish documents must be translated to French, German, or Luxembourgish and apostilled or legalized

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Documents Needed for Luxembourg's Citizenship by Descent

Birth certificates (your own and your Luxembourgish ancestors')

Certidão de casamento

Death certificates (if applicable)

Documents proving Luxembourgish ancestry

Copy of passport or identification document

Criminal record check

Proof of language proficiency (if required)

Certificate of completion of the "Vivre ensemble au Grand-Duché de Luxembourg" course (if required)

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Preparação de documentos

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Envio de aplicativos

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FAQs about Luxembourg's Citizenship by Descent

Is there a generational limit for Luxembourgish citizenship by descent?

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Can I hold dual citizenship with Luxembourg?

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Do I need to speak Luxembourgish to apply for citizenship by descent?

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How long does the citizenship application process take?

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Where do I submit my application for Luxembourgish citizenship by descent?

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Why Luxembourg

Luxembourg offers a high standard of living, a strong economy, and the benefits of EU membership. As a Luxembourgish citizen, you'll have access to opportunities across Europe and beyond.

Benefícios:

  • EU citizenship
  • Visa-free travel to approximately 190 countries
  • Right to live and work in Luxembourg and other EU countries

Vantagens:

  • High quality of life
  • Strong financial sector and job opportunities
  • Multilingual environment and cultural diversity

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