Luxembourg Dual Citizenship Eligibility

There are currently 3 ways to be eligible for Luxembourg Dual Citizenship.

If you have Luxembourg ancestry, you may qualify for dual citizenship. We’ll help you determine your eligibility through one of these three pathways.

How to Qualify

Find out if you’re eligible for Luxembourg citizenship and how our proven process works

Luxembourg Citizenship by Descent Requirements

Article 7 Eligibility Requirements / Paternal Lineage

Article 7 – Paternal Lineage Only:

You can trace your family line back to a male ancestor born in Luxembourg.
AND, your Luxembourgish last name has passed from father to son for each and every generation in your bloodline.
OR, The above applies to your mother.

Article 23 Luxembourg Dual Citizenship by Option

Parent/Grandparent Born in Luxembourg:

An individual whose parent or adoptive parent is or was a Luxembourgish citizen.
OR, an individual whose grandparent is or was a Luxembourgish citizen and that citizenship was not passed on to their parent.
Most importantly, this single-step process requires an in-person trip to Luxembourg.

Article 7/23 Combination Process

Previously called Posthumous Citizenship By Option:

You can combine Articles 7 & 23 if you meet these specific criteria:

Have a living or deceased parent or grandparent who has an all-male lineage back to a Luxembourgish ancestor qualifying under the Article 7 process.
But you yourself aren’t able to apply for Luxembourg citizenship through either the Article 7 or Article 23 processes. The two processes can be combined instead to make you eligible.
You must travel to Luxembourg to complete obtaining citizenship, although there is no deadline.

Recover Luxembourg Citizenship

(Article 89 – Pre-Qualified Candidates Only)
Recovery Conditions:

For citizenship recovery, you must have started a citizenship application before December 31, 2018.
You must have received a Luxembourg Ancestor Certificate in the mail.
Moreover, you must make your travel to Luxembourg before December 31, 2025 to obtain Luxembourg citizenship. We can certainly help you with that!

Who We Work With

We work with individuals and families seeking Luxembourg citizenship through ancestry, providing expert guidance tailored to each unique situation. Due to high demand for our personalized service, we sometimes have limited availability and may need to prioritize clients based on specific criteria during peak periods. If we’re at capacity when you inquire, we’re happy to add you to our waitlist and contact you as soon as we have availability.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Browse commonly asked questions about dual citizenship eligibility for Luxembourgers. Still have questions? Consult with the experts on our team.

Is it still possible to apply for Luxembourg Dual Citizenship through ancestry?

Yes. It is still possible to apply under the Article 7 or Article 23 procedure for Luxembourg citizenship. Take our eligibility test to find out if you can still apply.

Was December 31, 2018 the deadline to apply for Luxembourg citizenship?

One way of applying for Luxembourg citizenship did have a December 31, 2018 initial deadline. Those individuals must travel to Luxembourg before December 31, 2025 to obtain citizenship. However, there are other paths to Luxembourg citizenship through ancestry that have no deadline.

Do I need to travel to Luxembourg to apply for dual citizenship?

This depends. Some applicants can apply by mail and some need to travel to Luxembourg to obtain citizenship. Our experts will tell you what conditions apply to you.

Will I owe Luxembourg any taxes as a dual citizen?

Luxembourg only taxes income generated in Luxembourg or income you make while living in the country.