Czech Citizenship by Declaration
Got Czech ancestors? You may be eligible to apply for Czech citizenship by declaration pursuant to Section 31 if at least one of your parents or grandparents was a former Czechoslovak or Czech citizen and lost their citizenship before 2014. The key is proving how they lost it—whether through naturalization in another country, marriage to a foreigner, or having their citizenship revoked by the communist regime. You may also qualify for citizenship by declaration pursuant to Section 32 if your ancestor was a citizen of Czechoslovakia but never became Czech or Slovak when the country split in 1993. No Czech language proficiency is necessary!
Given the complex history of Czechoslovak and Czech nationality law, the process can be challenging—but that’s where we come in. We offer a complete, start-to-finish service, ensuring that the only time you’ll need to visit a Czech Embassy or Consulate is when you apply for your passport after approval. With our expertise, you can skip the queue.
What our Standard Naturalization package includes:
- Initial Eligibility Assessment – Determining whether you qualify for citizenship by declaration.
- Czech Vital Records Retrieval – Assistance in obtaining birth, marriage, death, and census records from the Czech Republic.
- Genealogical Research & Foreign Document Collection – Helping track down necessary records from abroad.
- Application & Declaration Form Preparation – Completing all required paperwork accurately to prevent delays.
- Arranging Sworn Translations – Coordination of certified translations for foreign documents.
- Power of Attorney Drafting – Full legal representation, allowing us to apply on your behalf directly in the Czech Republic.
- Liaising with Authorities – Handling all communications with Czech government offices and contacting them to speed up the process if needed.
- Appeal Support – Guidance in case of delays or unfavorable decisions, including drafting responses or appeals if needed.
- Registration of Birth and/or Marriage (or Civil Partnership) – Ensuring correct registration in the Czech system, as required for your citizenship.
- Assistance in Scheduling a Passport Appointment – Helping you secure an appointment at the Czech Embassy or Consulate to obtain your Czech passport.
