Slovak citizenship by birth

Slovak citizenship by birth is granted to individuals who are born to at least one parent who is a Slovak citizen at the time of their birth.

How to get citizenship by birth in Slovakia

Citizenship by birth in Slovakia is defined primarily by the nationality or citizenship of one’s parents, according to the concept of jus sanguinis. In general, a child born to at least one Slovak citizen at the time of birth is automatically considered a Slovak citizen. This is true regardless of birthplace, whether in Slovakia or elsewhere.

It should be noted that if both parents are foreign citizens and neither has Slovak citizenship, their kid will not be granted Slovak citizenship by birth. A child born in Slovakia to stateless parents or parents of uncertain citizenship, on the other hand, can be granted Slovak citizenship under certain conditions.

To obtain Slovak citizenship for a child born in Slovakia, the parents must register the child’s birth with the appropriate Slovak authorities. The registration process entails submitting the required documentation, which includes the parents’ identification documents, evidence of citizenship, and other pertinent information. Once the birth is registered and the child’s Slovak citizenship is secured, they will have all of the rights and privileges of a Slovak citizen from the moment they are born.

Documentation and Application

Here is a general overview of the process to get citizenship by birth in Slovakia:

1. Register the Birth. Your birth must be registered with the Slovak authorities. This is typically done at the local registry office (matrika) in Slovakia or through the nearest Slovak embassy or consulate if you were born outside of Slovakia. Provide the necessary documents, such as your birth certificate and the birth certificates or other documentation of your Slovak citizen parent(s).
2. Documentation. These may include your birth certificate, your parent’s birth certificate(s), proof of your parent’s Slovak citizenship (such as their Slovak passport or identification card), and any other relevant documents.
3. Application Process. Complete the application form for Slovak citizenship by birth. Submit the application form along with the supporting documents to the relevant Slovak authorities. This can be done at the local registry office or the Slovak embassy/consulate, depending on your situation.
4. Application Review. The authorities will review your application and verify the authenticity of the submitted documents. They may conduct additional checks and investigations if necessary.
5. Citizenship Confirmation. If your application is approved, you will receive confirmation of your Slovak citizenship by birth. This may come in the form of a Slovak passport, identification card, or other official documents acknowledging your citizenship status.

Dual Citizenship

Slovakia generally allows dual citizenship, which means that you can hold Slovak citizenship alongside the citizenship of another country. This applies to individuals who acquire Slovak citizenship by birth as well.