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Citizenship by Descent (CBD)

Citizenship pathway based on ancestry, parentage, or bloodline under the nationality laws of the issuing state.

Last reviewed: 2026-09-27Reviewed by GoodbyeMatrix
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01 · DEFINITIONWhat Citizenship by Descent (CBD) means

Citizenship by Descent, or CBD, refers to citizenship acquired through ancestry, parentage, or bloodline under the nationality laws of the relevant state. Eligibility depends on the legal framework of the issuing country and often requires documentary proof of lineage, family status, and transmission rules across generations.

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