Austrian Citizenship
How to Get a European Passport as An American?
Since the United States of America is one of the few nations with a liberal policy towards dual citizenship, many Americans are interested in acquiring a second European Passport. Having another passport not only gives you more freedom to move across borders but is also an added perpetuation. In today’s volatile and tumultuous world, a…
Read MoreCan I Get an Austrian Passport If My Grandmother was Austrian?
It is not possible to acquire Austrian citizenship purely through your grandparents. However, if your grandmother (or grandfather) lived in Austria proper, even if born in successor states of the former Austro-Hungarian monarchy, between 1933 and 1955, and was persecuted by the regime, you’re entitled to Austrian citizenship. Supporting evidence, in the form of official…
Read MoreDifferent Ways of Getting an Austrian Passport
Anyone desirous of establishing residence within the EU will have considered getting an Austrian Passport due to Austria’s high quality of life, incredible natural attractions, and stable economy. The good news is that there are multiple pathways to Austrian citizenship. Once you acquire citizenship, you can apply for an Austrian passport and enjoy free rights…
Read MoreA Look at Austria Passport Requirements
An amendment to sec 58c of the Austrian Nationality Act, which came into effect on September 1, 2020 furthers reconciliation with descendants of victims of the Austrian Holocaust. Jews and non-Jews who left Austria between 1933 and 1955 following Nazi annexation of the country, and their direct descendants, including children who were adopted as minors,…
Read MoreHow to Get an Austrian Passport: Comments on Eligibility
Austria’s population growth in the past few years has been fueled by immigration from abroad. Israelis opting for the Austria second passport program are among other foreign nationals making Austria more diverse. If you’re interested in living in Vienna, which consistently tops quality of living rankings, new legislation on citizenship for foreigners opens up pathways…
Read MoreHow to get an Austrian passport?
An Austrian passport allows for free travel within the European Economic Area (EEA), Switzerland, and (for the moment) the United Kingdom. Our law office helps its clients acquire Austrian (EU) citizenship. In this article, we will explain how to get an Austrian passport. How do you get an Austrian passport? You must be a citizen…
Read MoreDo you want an Austrian passport? Document translation from Hebrew to German
This past September (2020) the “Austrian law of return” for Holocaust survivors and their direct descendants took effect. Under the new law, anyone who can prove that their parent, grandparent, or great-grandparent lived in Austria between 1933-1955 and was forced to leave due to persecution or fear of persecution, is eligible for Austrian citizenship and…
Read MoreAustrian citizenship eligibility for Holocaust survivors
Looking for information on eligibility for Austrian citizenship for Holocaust survivors? As of September 2020, Austria has broadened the criteria for obtaining Austrian citizenship for Holocaust survivors and their descendants. From now on, citizenship will be granted to descendants of both mothers and fathers persecuted by the Nazis as a citizen of the Austrian Republic…
Read MoreAustrian citizenship for career soldiers in Israel
The new Austrian legislation that was passed this September is relevant for thousands of Israelis and Jews around the world. They are busy collecting and preparing the various documents to apply for Austrian citizenship. The legislation regarding citizenship has been expanded but there are certain limitations regarding past or present career soldiers. This article is…
Read MoreThe importance of a genealogist for obtaining foreign citizenship
This article explains the importance of a genealogist (family roots researcher) for obtaining foreign citizenship. If you are seeking to obtain foreign citizenship based on descent, you should pay close attention to your genealogical report. Presenting such a report to the authorities can be, in many cases, a deciding factor in obtaining foreign citizenship. Our…
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