Citizenship
European Citizenship: Specialized Legal Advice
Obtaining European citizenship opens doors to free movement, work, and residency in any European Union country. Whether through naturalization, descent, or historical right, the process requires specific legal knowledge and precise documentation.
The office Sandra Koelln Law & Associates, headquartered in Munich, offers complete advice for citizenship processes in four European countries: Germany, Portugal, Italy, and Spain. We serve clients of various nationalities, with a particular focus on the Lusophone and Latin American communities residing in Europe.
Dr. Sandra Koelln is a trilingual lawyer (Portuguese, German, and English), registered with the OAB Brazil, RAK Munich, and Order of Attorneys of Portugal a unique qualification that allows you to act directly within the legal systems of different countries, without intermediaries.
Our Citizenship Services
German citizenship
Naturalization for residents in Germany, citizenship recognition by descent (Abstammung), and processes under the new 2024 nationality law — including permission for dual citizenship and the reduced 5-year residency requirement.
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Processes for Portuguese nationality by descent, marriage, naturalization, or under the special regime for Sephardic communities. Dr. Sandra's registration with the Portuguese Bar Association allows her to act directly before Portuguese authorities.
Read moreItalian citizenship
Italian citizenship recognition by descent (jure sanguinis), with no generational limit. Assistance in assembling the documentary dossier, translations, and application with Italian consulates or directly in Italian municipalities.
Read moreSpanish Citizenship
Processes under the Democratic Memory Law, citizenship by descent, and naturalization for residents in Spain or foreigners with historical ties to the country.
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Citizenship processes involve legislation that changes frequently, documents that need to be translated and apostilled, and authorities in different countries with distinct procedures. An error in documentation can mean months of delay or even the rejection of the application.
With specialized legal assistance, you have the assurance that each step of the process will be handled correctly — from the initial eligibility analysis to obtaining your European passport.