How to Get European Citizenship by Descent

EU Passport Through Ancestral Connection

How Ukraine Roots Can Help

Ukraine Roots specializes in searching for historical records to establish ancestral connections to EU member states.

In the first half of the 20th century, Western Ukraine was part of several European countries that are now EU members. Even if you were born outside of Europe and hold citizenship from countries such as the United States, Canada, or Australia, you may still qualify for EU citizenship by ancestry, depending on your family history. Citizenship by descent is a common practice in Europe, and we can help uncover the documentation needed to establish your eligibility.

Our services include:

Searching for historical records to prove your ancestral connection to an EU country.

Obtaining copies of these records for further authentication, which is essential for building your case for citizenship.

If the required documents are found, they can support your application for European Union citizenship and ultimately, an EU passport.

How It Works

You can apply to restore Polish or other EU citizenship by proving your heritage. Many European countries grant citizenship based on the principle of descent. To support your application, you’ll need to provide ancestral documents such as vital records, archival records, or other evidence.

Ukraine Roots can assist by retrieving these documents from state archives in Ukraine.

Why These Records May Be in Ukraine

Before World War II, Western Ukraine, including regions around cities like Lviv, Ivano-Frankivsk, Ternopil, Uzhhorod, and Chernivtsi, was part of several European countries that are now EU members. These include:

• Poland

• Slovakia/Czech Republic

• Hungary

• Austria

• Romania

Each of these countries has slightly different rules for granting citizenship, but the initial step is consistent across all—proving a documented connection to the land that was once part of the respective country.

Contact Us

If you’re looking to obtain your European passport, contact us to begin the search for the records you need. We’re here to help uncover the pieces of your ancestral history that can open the door to EU citizenship.