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ARTICLE · 19 DECEMBER 2023

Lithuanian Citizenship By Ancestry: Accessing EU Rights And Global Opportunities Through A Simplified Heritage-Based Immigration Path

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For those with Lithuanian ancestry, acquiring Lithuanian citizenship and a Lithuanian passport is easier than one may have imagined.

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Polly Ho
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For those with Lithuanian ancestry, acquiring Lithuanian citizenship and a Lithuanian passport is easier than one may have imagined. Through a simple and favourable program called Lithuanian Citizenship by Ancestry (CBA), individuals of Lithuanian descent may qualify to apply for Lithuanian citizenship directly without residing or making investments in the country. Not only does this process require less time and cost compared to other immigration programs, but it also permits individuals to gain access to a Lithuanian passport and all the rights and privileges that come with being a Lithuanian citizen, making this one of the most attractive immigration options in Lithuania.

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