Spanish Citizenship By Descent

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The easiest way to get Spanish Citizenship by Descent

Spanish Citizenship by Descent allows children and grandchildren of Spanish citizens to reclaim nationality through family lineage. It’s one of the most powerful ways to reconnect with Spanish heritage while securing full EU rights. Applicants do not need to live in Spain to qualify, making this an accessible route for descendants abroad. Once approved, Spanish citizenship grants the right to live, work, and travel freely across the EU.

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Why Do I Need Spanish Citizenship?

Citizenship by descent in Spain preserves family heritage while providing visa-free travel, healthcare, and education within the EU. It also ensures that future generations automatically inherit Spanish nationality.

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Work, Live and Travel anywhere in the EU

This is one of the key benefits of getting Italian Citizenship by Descent. It becomes your gateway to Europe: especially after Brexit. This allows you to work, live, study and travel around the EU with no restrictions.

Spanish Tax Benefits

Get favourable tax rates if you are spending more time in Spain, and move your tax residency abroad if you are being overcharged in the UK. This allows you to save on tax expenses.

Free EU Healthcare

Health Insurance will find any reason to not pay you. But when you have European Citizenship, you will always get access to free healthcare in over 20+ states.

5th Strongest Passport in the World

Maybe Spain is not a destination, but rather a stepping stone. Spain has favourable connections with many Spanish Speaking states for different, expedited visas options.

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The Simple Way to Get Spanish Citizenship by Descent

Your Spanish Citizenship application process is as simple as 1, 2, 3, 4.

Verify Your Eligibility with DolceVisa®

Check how you qualify, and if you fall under any certain provisions.

Gather and Legalise your Documentation

Collect all the required documents - this will be made clear by your DolceVisa® Case Manager.

Submit Your Application with Us

Apply in person, or through an online platform to prove your lineage.

Await Approval and Receive Citizenship

Processing takes 1-2 years, depending on provisions. Once approved, you can then apply for the DNI and Passport.

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Spanish Citizenship By Descent

Get help with becoming an Spanish Citizen to become eligible to access, live, work and move around the EU without any limitations.

Work, Live and Travel anywhere in the EU

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You'll receive a case manager to guide you along the way, free of charge to help with the nitty gritty parts, send you content that might be useful, and so much more.

Access to one of the most tight knit communities

You'll officially be a part of the DolceVisa® Community, a group of thousands of people who want to move abroad, and start a new life. With events every month, the DolceVisa® community is one of the friendliest, and helpful.

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WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT

How the process works with DolceVisa®, and what you can expect.

Choose to Do It Yourself, or engage our legal team.

DolceVisa® services come with a choice. You can choose to engage the legal team to have everything done for you, or our DIY option, which is much cheaper (but still fully guided)!

Every Client Gets a Case Manager Free of Charge

You'll receive a case manager to guide you along the way, free of charge to help with the nitty gritty parts, send you content that might be useful, and so much more.

Access to one of the most tight knit communities

What Makes DolceVisa®
Different?

WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT

How the process works with DolceVisa®, and what you can expect.

Choose to Do It Yourself, or engage our legal team.

DolceVisa® services come with a choice. You can choose to engage the legal team to have everything done for you, or our DIY option, which is much cheaper (but still fully guided)!

Every Client Gets a Case Manager Free of Charge

You'll receive a case manager to guide you along the way, free of charge to help with the nitty gritty parts, send you content that might be useful, and so much more.

Access to one of the most tight knit communities

What Makes DolceVisa® Different?

WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT

How the process works with DolceVisa®, and what you can expect.

Choose to Do It Yourself, or engage our legal team.

DolceVisa® services come with a choice. You can choose to engage the legal team to have everything done for you, or our DIY option, which is much cheaper (but still fully guided)!

Every Client Gets a Case Manager Free of Charge

You'll receive a case manager to guide you along the way, free of charge to help with the nitty gritty parts, send you content that might be useful, and so much more.

Access to one of the most tight knit communities

Includes free resources to kick start your relocation journey.

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Dive into our collection of guides, checklists, documents and interactive forms covering various aspects of relocation from housing to citizenship.

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Paul F. (Oct 2024)
Outstanding service and highly recommended. Davide and Dalila have guided me through the process of citizenship smoothly and with patience. All enquiries were quickly answered and communications were clear.
Excellent service.
David D. (June 2024)
I worked with the team to get 2 passports for my children. It’s a complicated process that they made feel super simple. They were very attentive and responsive and very professional and personal in their approach. Highly recommend
Gino R. (May 2025)
Extremely easy and efficient process to re-enable registration and passport application. Timely response to questions and a very straight forward process to provide and complete all information needed. Friendly and cost efficient process. thank you
Geoff Roberts (Sept 2024)
DolceVisa walked me through the whole process, noticed possible pitfalls and recommended solutions. The team handled everything brilliantly. Definitely worth every penny.
Laura S. (June 2025)
I found the service efficient, professional and above all uncomplicated. Davide offers a very thorough service, and he stayed with me until the job was done. I would highly recommend him and his services.
Andrei P. (July 2024)
Outstanding, accurate, and timely service from a very professional company. I have been very satisfied with how they handled my matter and I shall contact them again in the future.
Kelly P. (May 2021)
Outstanding and highly professional service from Davide and his team. Highly recommended.
Rick (Jan 2024)
Professional, trustworthy and efficient.

Paul F. (Oct 2024)
Outstanding service and highly recommended. Davide and Dalila have guided me through the process of citizenship smoothly and with patience. All enquiries were quickly answered and communications were clear.
Excellent service.
David D. (June 2024)
I worked with the team to get 2 passports for my children. It’s a complicated process that they made feel super simple. They were very attentive and responsive and very professional and personal in their approach. Highly recommend
Gino R. (May 2025)
Extremely easy and efficient process to re-enable registration and passport application. Timely response to questions and a very straight forward process to provide and complete all information needed. Friendly and cost efficient process. thank you
Geoff Roberts (Sept 2024)
DolceVisa walked me through the whole process, noticed possible pitfalls and recommended solutions. The team handled everything brilliantly. Definitely worth every penny.
Laura S. (June 2025)
I found the service efficient, professional and above all uncomplicated. Davide offers a very thorough service, and he stayed with me until the job was done. I would highly recommend him and his services.
Andrei P. (July 2024)
Outstanding, accurate, and timely service from a very professional company. I have been very satisfied with how they handled my matter and I shall contact them again in the future.
Kelly P. (May 2021)
Outstanding and highly professional service from Davide and his team. Highly recommended.
Rick (Jan 2024)
Professional, trustworthy and efficient.

Paul F. (Oct 2024)
Outstanding service and highly recommended. Davide and Dalila have guided me through the process of citizenship smoothly and with patience. All enquiries were quickly answered and communications were clear.
Excellent service.
David D. (June 2024)
I worked with the team to get 2 passports for my children. It’s a complicated process that they made feel super simple. They were very attentive and responsive and very professional and personal in their approach. Highly recommend
Gino R. (May 2025)
Extremely easy and efficient process to re-enable registration and passport application. Timely response to questions and a very straight forward process to provide and complete all information needed. Friendly and cost efficient process. thank you
Geoff Roberts (Sept 2024)
DolceVisa walked me through the whole process, noticed possible pitfalls and recommended solutions. The team handled everything brilliantly. Definitely worth every penny.
Laura S. (June 2025)
I found the service efficient, professional and above all uncomplicated. Davide offers a very thorough service, and he stayed with me until the job was done. I would highly recommend him and his services.
Andrei P. (July 2024)
Outstanding, accurate, and timely service from a very professional company. I have been very satisfied with how they handled my matter and I shall contact them again in the future.
Kelly P. (May 2021)
Outstanding and highly professional service from Davide and his team. Highly recommended.
Rick (Jan 2024)
Professional, trustworthy and efficient.

Paul F. (Oct 2024)
Outstanding service and highly recommended. Davide and Dalila have guided me through the process of citizenship smoothly and with patience. All enquiries were quickly answered and communications were clear.
Excellent service.
David D. (June 2024)
I worked with the team to get 2 passports for my children. It’s a complicated process that they made feel super simple. They were very attentive and responsive and very professional and personal in their approach. Highly recommend
Gino R. (May 2025)
Extremely easy and efficient process to re-enable registration and passport application. Timely response to questions and a very straight forward process to provide and complete all information needed. Friendly and cost efficient process. thank you
Geoff Roberts (Sept 2024)
DolceVisa walked me through the whole process, noticed possible pitfalls and recommended solutions. The team handled everything brilliantly. Definitely worth every penny.
Laura S. (June 2025)
I found the service efficient, professional and above all uncomplicated. Davide offers a very thorough service, and he stayed with me until the job was done. I would highly recommend him and his services.
Andrei P. (July 2024)
Outstanding, accurate, and timely service from a very professional company. I have been very satisfied with how they handled my matter and I shall contact them again in the future.
Kelly P. (May 2021)
Outstanding and highly professional service from Davide and his team. Highly recommended.
Rick (Jan 2024)
Professional, trustworthy and efficient.

Eligibility and FAQs

What is Spanish Citizenship by Descent?

It is the right to acquire Spanish nationality through a parent or grandparent who is Spanish.

What is Spanish Citizenship by Descent?

It is the right to acquire Spanish nationality through a parent or grandparent who is Spanish.

What is Spanish Citizenship by Descent?

It is the right to acquire Spanish nationality through a parent or grandparent who is Spanish.

What is Spanish Citizenship by Descent?

It is the right to acquire Spanish nationality through a parent or grandparent who is Spanish.

Who qualifies for Spanish citizenship by descent?

Children of Spanish citizens qualify automatically, while grandchildren can qualify under the “Law of Democratic Memory” if certain conditions are met.

Who qualifies for Spanish citizenship by descent?

Children of Spanish citizens qualify automatically, while grandchildren can qualify under the “Law of Democratic Memory” if certain conditions are met.

Who qualifies for Spanish citizenship by descent?

Children of Spanish citizens qualify automatically, while grandchildren can qualify under the “Law of Democratic Memory” if certain conditions are met.

Who qualifies for Spanish citizenship by descent?

Children of Spanish citizens qualify automatically, while grandchildren can qualify under the “Law of Democratic Memory” if certain conditions are met.

Can UK citizens apply for Spanish citizenship by descent?

Yes. Post-Brexit, UK nationals with Spanish family heritage remain eligible.

Can UK citizens apply for Spanish citizenship by descent?

Yes. Post-Brexit, UK nationals with Spanish family heritage remain eligible.

Can UK citizens apply for Spanish citizenship by descent?

Yes. Post-Brexit, UK nationals with Spanish family heritage remain eligible.

Can UK citizens apply for Spanish citizenship by descent?

Yes. Post-Brexit, UK nationals with Spanish family heritage remain eligible.

Do I need to live in Spain to apply?

No. Applications can be made at Spanish consulates abroad.

Do I need to live in Spain to apply?

No. Applications can be made at Spanish consulates abroad.

Do I need to live in Spain to apply?

No. Applications can be made at Spanish consulates abroad.

Do I need to live in Spain to apply?

No. Applications can be made at Spanish consulates abroad.

What documents are required?

Birth certificates (yours and your Spanish ancestor’s), passports, marriage certificates, and proof of lineage are typically needed.

What documents are required?

Birth certificates (yours and your Spanish ancestor’s), passports, marriage certificates, and proof of lineage are typically needed.

What documents are required?

Birth certificates (yours and your Spanish ancestor’s), passports, marriage certificates, and proof of lineage are typically needed.

What documents are required?

Birth certificates (yours and your Spanish ancestor’s), passports, marriage certificates, and proof of lineage are typically needed.

Does the “Law of Democratic Memory” help grandchildren?

Yes. It allows grandchildren of Spaniards who were exiled or lost nationality for political or historical reasons to claim citizenship.

Does the “Law of Democratic Memory” help grandchildren?

Yes. It allows grandchildren of Spaniards who were exiled or lost nationality for political or historical reasons to claim citizenship.

Does the “Law of Democratic Memory” help grandchildren?

Yes. It allows grandchildren of Spaniards who were exiled or lost nationality for political or historical reasons to claim citizenship.

Does the “Law of Democratic Memory” help grandchildren?

Yes. It allows grandchildren of Spaniards who were exiled or lost nationality for political or historical reasons to claim citizenship.

Can great-grandchildren apply for Spanish citizenship?

Not directly. Citizenship must be claimed through parents or grandparents.

Can great-grandchildren apply for Spanish citizenship?

Not directly. Citizenship must be claimed through parents or grandparents.

Can great-grandchildren apply for Spanish citizenship?

Not directly. Citizenship must be claimed through parents or grandparents.

Can great-grandchildren apply for Spanish citizenship?

Not directly. Citizenship must be claimed through parents or grandparents.

Do I need to speak Spanish to apply?

No language test is required for descent, but basic knowledge helps with the process and later life in Spain.

Do I need to speak Spanish to apply?

No language test is required for descent, but basic knowledge helps with the process and later life in Spain.

Do I need to speak Spanish to apply?

No language test is required for descent, but basic knowledge helps with the process and later life in Spain.

Do I need to speak Spanish to apply?

No language test is required for descent, but basic knowledge helps with the process and later life in Spain.

How long does the process take?

On average, 12–18 months depending on consulate workload and documentation.

How long does the process take?

On average, 12–18 months depending on consulate workload and documentation.

How long does the process take?

On average, 12–18 months depending on consulate workload and documentation.

How long does the process take?

On average, 12–18 months depending on consulate workload and documentation.

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