Spain Democratic Memory Law (Grandchildren)

Spain · Europe – EU

Citizenship by DescentCitizenship (passport)Discretionary / LimitedAncestry / descentEU accessStrong passport

Min investment: On request
Time to status: 1-2 years
Path to citizenship: Direct (by descent)
Residency requirement: None
Visa-free destinations: 189
Dual citizenship allowed: Conditional

Notes for Chinese applicants

'Ley de Memoria Democrática' opened citizenship to children/grandchildren of Spanish exiles; the original application window has been extended — confirm current deadline. Note Spain otherwise restricts dual citizenship (Ibero-American exceptions).

About Spain

Healthcare: ★★★★★
Safety: ★★★★★
Cost of living: Moderate
Climate: Mediterranean
China relations: Cordial / neutral

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