Bulgaria - Citizenship by Descent
We can assist you to obtain your citizenship by descent in Bulgaria
Overview
Article 15 of the Bulgarian Citizenship Act outlines the conditions under which foreign nationals can acquire Bulgarian citizenship based on their Bulgarian descent.
Bulgarian Citizenship allows living in Bulgaria, travelling visa-free to 186 countries, and staying in the EU and the Schengen area countries for more than 90 days without getting residency in advance.
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Bulgaria Citizenship by Descent: Eligibility
There are three categories of persons eligible for Bulgarian citizenship by origin:
- A person of Bulgarian origin.
- A person adopted by a Bulgarian citizen under the conditions of full adoption.
- A person whose parent is a Bulgarian citizen or has passed away as a Bulgarian citizen.
Bulgaria Citizenship by Descent: Requirements
To apply for Bulgarian citizenship by descent, you need to submit the following documents:
- Application form
- Bulgarian origin certificate issued by the State Agency for Bulgarians outside of Bulgaria
- Birth Certificate
- Proof of Bulgarian ancestry for the applicant
- Police clearance certificate
- Additional certifications may also be required.