In collaboration with Zip-Citizenship, a consultancy firm operated by Martin’s wife, we retain a team of specialised attorneys who help people obtain Slovak citizenship by descent. Attorneys get involved whenever clients need or prefer legal counsel, not just a consultant. Unlike consultants, attorneys are strictly regulated, always insured, and qualified to represent before authorities.
Slovak Citizenship by Descent (Citizenship by Ancestry)
If you have Slovak or Czechoslovak ancestors, you may be eligible for Slovak citizenship by descent — and be able to obtain a Slovak and EU passport without relocating to Slovakia. Slovakia allows descendants of former Slovak citizens to reclaim citizenship through ancestry, even if they were born abroad or already hold another nationality.
Zip-Citizenship simplified the choice into the following three options:
🟠 Orange Route: Citizenship by Descent (CBD)
Citizenship by descent (CBD) (Orange route) is granted if at least one of an individual’s parents, grandparents, or great-grandparents was a Czechoslovak citizen born in the territory of the Slovak Republic.
🟢 Green Route: Slovak Living Abroad Certificate (SLAC)
Citizenship based on a Slovak Living Abroad Certificate (Green route) is granted to individuals who preserve national awareness and have a direct ancestor who was of Slovak nationality, which is usually proven with census records.
🔵 Blue Route: Children of (Former) Citizens
The third path (Blue route) to Slovak citizenship exists for some, usually those whose parents were former citizens. They might be eligible for immediate certification of their citizenship.
Who Can Apply for Slovak Citizenship by Descent?
Slovak citizenship by ancestry is available to individuals who can prove direct lineage to a Slovak or former Czechoslovak citizen. To qualify, applicants typically need to prove:
- Direct bloodline, which means that an individual’s parents, grandparents, or great-grandparents were at some point during their life Czechoslovak citizens who were also born in the territory of the Slovak Republic.
- Official documentation, such as birth or marriage certificates, that proves the bloodline.
- No exclusions, such as a serious criminal record
- There is no obligation to permanently relocate to Slovakia
Obtaining Slovak citizenship grants the full rights of an EU citizen, including freedom to live, work, study and do business anywhere in the European Union and the Schengen Area.
Why Apply for Slovak or EU Citizenship?
- EU passport with visa-free travel to 180+ countries
- Right to live, work, study or retire in any EU / EEA country
- Ability to pass EU citizenship to future generations
- Possibility of dual citizenship
How Specialised Attorneys Help
As attorneys, we assist clients worldwide with the full process — from eligibility assessment and ancestry verification, through document gathering, communication with Slovak authorities, and application submission.
Together with Zip-Citizenship, our attorneys supervised and helped more than 100+ clients. You can read some of their reviews on Trustpilot.
Should you hire a consultant or an attorney? This question comes up often. The answer depends on your preferences and the complexity of your case. At Zip-Citizenship, every signed case is handled by consultants with legal training and supervised by attorneys. But if you wish your case to be handled only by attorneys, you can ask the team of specialised attorneys to get involved through the form below.
| Aspect | Consultant | Attorney |
|---|---|---|
| Main Role | Offers advice, assists with gathering documents, fills out forms, and generally manages the process | Provides qualified legal advice, drafts necessary filings, and represents in legal proceedings |
| Regulated Profession? | Consultants are not regulated | Slovak attorneys are licensed and supervised by the Slovak Bar |
| Can Represent You before Authorities? | ⚠️ Only before some authorities | ✅ Yes, acts as a full legal representative |
| Can Provide Legal Opinions? | ⚠️ Only informal opinions | ✅ Yes, formally legal qualified advice |
| Insurance | No mandatory insurance | Holds mandatory professional liability insurance as a member of the Bar |
| Confidentiality Protection | No guaranteed legal privilege, but subject to data protection laws | Attorney–client privilege by law |
| Approach | Business-oriented, often faster | Risk-averse, more formal |
| Costs | Lower fees | Higher fees |
| Works Best For | Simple cases | Complex cases |
| When You Must Use | Never legally mandatory | If challenging decisions in courts |
Frequently Asked Questions
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Attorney's Assistance with Slovak Citizenship by Descent
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