How to Get Czech Citizenship by Descent in 2025
Do you have Czech ancestry through a parent or grandparent? If so, you may be eligible for Czech citizenship by descent. Under current Czech law, individuals with a Czech or Czechoslovak parent or grandparent can often claim Czech citizenship—even if they were born abroad.
If your great-grandparent was a Czechoslovak citizen, you may also be eligible, but only if your parent first acquires or reclaims Czech citizenship through a formal declaration. However, an amendment to Act No. 186/2013 Coll., the Czech Citizenship Act, is currently under consideration in Parliament. If passed, it would allow individuals with a Czech or Czechoslovak great-grandparent to apply directly for citizenship without requiring their parent to apply first.
The process can be complex, requiring legal documentation, translations, and communication with Czech authorities. With the help of attorney Jeff Bussell and his Prague-based legal team, you can ensure your application is properly prepared and submitted. Jeff has helped clients around the world trace their Czech roots and successfully obtain Czech citizenship.
From researching your Czech ancestry, gathering and notarizing records, translating documents, and filing the application with the Ministry of the Interior, to advising you once your citizenship is approved, Jeff Bussell and his team provide end-to-end service. They can also help you extend citizenship to your children or other descendants, securing long-term benefits for your entire family.
Obtaining Czech citizenship gives you access to European Union rights, including the ability to live, work, and travel freely throughout the EU. And in these uncertain times, unlocking dual citizenship can help you and your family hedge against risk.
Don’t wait—start your Czech citizenship journey today. Contact Jeff Bussell to explore your eligibility and begin the application process. Your Czech heritage is closer than you think.