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This report published by the European University Institute examines the development of birthright citizenship across the EU Member States during the 2013-2020 period. The study finds that most changes during this period made citizenship more inclusive, but with limited potential impact.
18 wrz 2024 · Which European countries grant birthright citizenship? All countries in the European Union offer birthright citizenship in the form of jus sanguinis (citizenship by descent) for babies born abroad or a combination of jus sanguinis and jus soli (babies born in the country’s territory).
12 lut 2017 · Here's a glance at how countries across Europe handle citizenship and birthright issues for immigrants of the first, second or third generation.
This report considers trends in birthright citizenship in the European Union Member States from 2013 to 2020, taking the laws in force on 1 January 2013 and 1 January 2020. 1 We examine birthright citizenship in its two forms: first, through descent from a citizen and second,
This report considers trends in birthright citizenship in the European Union Member States from 2013 to 2020, taking the laws in force on 1 January 2013 and 1 January 2020. The authors examine birthright citizenship in its two forms: first, through descent from a citizen and second, through birth in the state.
Almost all states in Europe, Asia, Africa and Oceania grant nationality at birth based upon the principle of jus sanguinis ("right of blood"), in which nationality is inherited through parents rather than birthplace, or a restricted version of jus soli in which nationality by birthplace is automatic only for the children of certain immigrants.
Jus soli countries grant citizenship to individuals born within their territories, regardless of their parents’ nationality or immigration status. This principle, also known as birthright citizenship, can significantly impact a child’s future opportunities and global mobility.
