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Austria citizenship by descent is governed by Österreichische Staatsbürgerschaft — descent. Austrian citizenship is generally transmitted by descent, but Austria's strict stance on dual citizenship means applicants often must renounce their current nationality. Exceptions exist for descendants of Nazi-era persecutees (StbG §58c).
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The key thing to know: Austria strictly forbids dual citizenship except for restitution cases. Most applicants must renounce their current nationality — a major deterrent for CBD applicants.
Transmission rule: Both parents (since 1983); paternal only before 1983. §58c restitution for Nazi-era persecutees has no generational limit.
Generational limit: Up to grandparent (2nd generation born abroad)
Dual citizenship: Generally forbidden — must renounce current nationality. Exception: §58c restitution cases (Nazi-era), EU citizens, and persons whose other citizenship was acquired at birth.
Language requirement: B1 German (for naturalization path; not required for §58c restitution or descent registration)
Filing authority: Austrian consulate (descent registration) or Bezirkshauptmannschaft (in-country). §58c cases filed with the Austrian Ministry of Interior.
FAQ
Is there a generational limit for Austria citizenship by descent?
Austria: Up to grandparent (2nd generation born abroad)
Does Austria allow dual citizenship?
Austria: Generally forbidden — must renounce current nationality. Exception: §58c restitution cases (Nazi-era), EU citizens, and persons whose other citizenship was acquired at birth.
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