Dec 29, 2025

How One American Reclaimed Her Lithuanian Citizenship – and What You Can Learn from Her Journey

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When Gerri Detweiler, a writer and financial educator from the United States, discovered she might be eligible for Lithuanian citizenship through her ancestry, she embarked on a journey that many Americans may be curious about – but few know how to start. In her own words, she outlines the steps, challenges, and emotional rewards of reconnecting with her heritage. Here’s what her experience can teach you if you’re considering reclaiming your Lithuanian citizenship by descent.


Read Gerri’s story on Medium

Dainius Ambrazaitis

Advocate/Partner
Head of the Citizenship Practice at IN IURE Law Firm, Vilnius, Lithuania
Corporate advisory
International clients
Legal strategy
Lithuanian citizenship
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