Why Many North Americans Are Applying for Czech Citizenship in 2025

Over the past year, we've seen a sharp rise in applications for Czech citizenship from the USA and Canada. Some applicants are discovering their Czech roots for the first time; others have known about them for years but never acted.

So what's driving this surge in 2025? In this article, we explore the main reasons — and how you can take advantage of this opportunity if you have Czech ancestry.

1. The Appeal of an EU Passport

• A Czech passport gives you the rights of an EU citizen:

• Live, work, and study in any EU country — and once resident, access healthcare and social benefits under that country's rules

• Visa-free or visa-on-arrival travel to over 180 countries

• For many North Americans, this is not just about heritage — it's a practical tool for career mobility, education, and retirement planning.

2. Dual Citizenship is Allowed

The Czech Republic allows dual citizenship. That means you can keep your US or Canadian passport while gaining all the rights of Czech (and EU) citizenship.

For those who qualify through descent, there is no language exam, no residency requirement, and no need to give up your current citizenship.

3. Favourable Laws for Descendants

Under current Czech law, losing citizenship in the past doesn't block descendants from reclaiming it — in fact, it can make the process easier. If your parent or grandparent became a U.S. or Canadian citizen or formally renounced their Czech nationality, you may have a straightforward path to reclaim Czech citizenship.

We have helped many North Americans in this exact situation successfully obtain their citizenship back.

4. Easier Document Legalization

With Canada, the USA, and the UK all part of the Hague Apostille Convention, legalizing documents for use in the Czech Republic is straightforward. This shared process significantly reduces paperwork delays.

5. Post-Pandemic Lifestyle Changes

Many people are rethinking where they want to live, work, or retire. An EU passport gives flexibility — you can live in the Czech Republic full-time, divide your year between Europe and North America, or simply keep your EU rights for future opportunities.

6. A Personal Connection to Heritage

For some, applying for Czech citizenship is not just about travel or career benefits — it's about honoring family history. Reclaiming Czech nationality can be a deeply personal step toward preserving family stories and passing them on to the next generation.

How We Help

As attorneys-at-law registered with the Czech Bar Association, we offer a fully regulated legal service for clients in the USA, Canada, UK and many other countries, including:

• Checking your eligibility for free through our Ancestry Citizenship Eligibility Check
• Obtaining all necessary Czech records on your behalf
• Guiding you through the legalization of your foreign documents with apostille and recommending trusted advisors in your country if needed
• Arranging all court-certified translations in the Czech Republic
• Submitting your application directly to the Czech Citizenship Office and representing you as qualified attorneys, giving you expert legal protection and complete peace of mind
• Registering your birth and marriage in the Czech system so you're ready to apply for your Czech passport without delay

Thinking of applying in 2025?
There has rarely been a better time for North Americans with Czech roots to secure their EU citizenship. Start by completing our Ancestry Citizenship Eligibility Check — we'll review your family history and confirm your eligibility for free.