Dec 29, 2025

Lithuanian Citizenship for Latin American Descendants: A Growing Opportunity

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If your family has Lithuanian roots and you live in Brazil, Argentina, or elsewhere in Latin America — this message is for you.

Right now, more and more people across Latin America are discovering that they may have the legal right to restore Lithuanian citizenship by descent. For many, it’s more than a passport — it’s a reconnection to family, to history, and to a future in Europe.

At IN JURE Law Firm, we guide individuals and families through this process every day. We work with real people, real stories, and sometimes — real challenges. But if you’re eligible, we’ll help you reclaim what’s already yours.

 

Why This Is the Right Time to Reclaim Lithuanian Citizenship

Many families in Latin America are exploring international opportunities — for education, quality of life, security, or simply peace of mind. Lithuanian citizenship offers all of that:

– The right to live, work, and study in any European Union country
– Access to public services across Europe
– A meaningful way to preserve your heritage and pass it on to future generations

If your grandparent or great-grandparent left Lithuania in the early 20th century, there is a good chance you may qualify.

 

Lithuanian Roots in South America: A Shared History

Tens of thousands of Lithuanians emigrated to Brazil, Argentina, and Uruguay — especially in the 1920s and 1930s, and again after World War II. Many were escaping political unrest, persecution, or simply looking for a better life.

We often hear:
“I always knew my grandfather was from Lithuania, but I didn’t know it meant I could apply for citizenship.”

That’s where we come in.

 

Who Can Apply — And What’s Required

You may qualify for Lithuanian citizenship restoration if:

– You have a parent, grandparent, or great-grandparent who was a Lithuanian citizen before June 15, 1940
– You can prove your direct bloodline with documents such as birth or marriage certificates
– Your ancestor left Lithuania before or during the Soviet occupation

This is not naturalization — it is a legal restoration of what was taken by force or circumstance.

We will tell you honestly and clearly whether you qualify — before you make any commitments.

 

Challenges That Many Latin American Applicants Face

The process is doable — but it’s not always simple. Applicants from Brazil and Argentina often encounter:

Missing documents — especially those from small towns or rural areas
Conflicting spellings or inconsistent records
– Documents in Spanish or Portuguese that need to be translated and legalized
– Uncertainty around how to begin or where to search

We’ve helped families in exactly these situations — and we’ll help you too, step by step.

 

How IN JURE Can Help You — From Start to Finish

At IN JURE Law Firm, we specialize in helping Latin American descendants of Lithuanians restore their citizenship.

Here’s what we do:

Free eligibility assessment before anything begins
Full archival research in Lithuania to find missing evidence
– Preparation, translation, and legalization of all required documents
– Submission and legal communication with the Lithuanian Migration Department
– Ongoing updates, responses to inquiries, and complete legal oversight

And most importantly:
You only pay if you’re approved.
That’s our success-based model — designed to give you confidence and peace of mind.

 

How Long Does the Process Take?

– Document preparation: usually 6–8 weeks
– Migration Department review: typically 12 months or more

We guide you throughout. You’re never left guessing what’s next.

 

Real People. Real Stories. Real Results.

We’ve worked with families in São Paulo, Buenos Aires, Montevideo, Santiago — and many more. Some came to us with no documents at all. Others had complex Jewish heritage or exile histories. All of them had questions. We had answers.

And now, they have Lithuanian passports.

 

Why You Shouldn’t Wait

– Laws and documentation requirements can change
– Family members who carry key memories or documents may not always be available
– The sooner you begin, the sooner your family can benefit

This is not just about freedom of movement. It’s about freedom of identity — and reclaiming something valuable that belongs to your family story.

 

Start Your Journey With Confidence

If you have Lithuanian ancestry and live in Latin America, there’s a real chance you qualify for citizenship restoration.

We’re here to help you find out — clearly, honestly, and without pressure.

Start with a free eligibility review from IN JURE Law Firm
We’ll guide you step-by-step, explain your path, and stand by you until the day your citizenship is restored.

Your roots matter. And your future can start now — with the passport that already belongs to your family.

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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