Citizenship by Descent — Lithuania

Apostille for Lithuanian Citizenship by Descent

Claiming Lithuanian citizenship through Lithuanian ancestors requires apostilled birth certificates and marriage records. Lithuania allows claims through multiple generations — we prepare complete document packages.

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Documents We Apostille

Birth certificate (applicant, apostilled)

Birth certificate (Lithuanian parent/grandparent, apostilled)

Marriage certificate (parents, apostilled)

Death certificate (ancestor, if applicable)

Naturalization certificate (if ancestor naturalized in U.S.)

Divorce decree (if applicable)

Name change order (if applicable)

Passport copy (notarized)

Affidavit of lineage (notarized)

Church / baptismal records (notarized)

Lithuanian vital records (metrikacijos dokumentai)

Evidence of Lithuanian citizenship of ancestor

Frequently Asked Questions

How does Lithuanian citizenship by descent work?

Lithuania allows citizenship claims through ancestors who were Lithuanian citizens before June 15, 1940 (Soviet occupation). Descendants of pre-occupation Lithuanian citizens may apply for citizenship restoration through apostilled lineage documents.

Can I claim Lithuanian citizenship through my grandparents or great-grandparents?

Yes. Lithuania allows claims through grandparents and great-grandparents who were Lithuanian citizens before 1940. Each generation requires apostilled birth and marriage certificates.

What if my ancestor was born in the Vilnius region (then part of Poland)?

The Vilnius region was part of Poland until 1939. Ancestors born there may have been Lithuanian citizens under pre-war Lithuanian law. We advise on the specific documentation needed for your lineage.

Do I need to apostille documents for the Lithuanian Embassy in Washington?

Yes. The Lithuanian Embassy in Washington, D.C. handles citizenship applications for U.S. residents. We coordinate apostilles for Florida and other state documents. Timing and options confirmed after document review.

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Prepare your documents with confidence

For descent or dual-nationality paperwork, organize records by generation and relationship. Identify missing links and changed names before ordering certified copies and translations.

A citizenship-by-descent file is built around relationships across generations, not just a single certificate. The responsible consulate, registry or legal professional should confirm eligibility and the exact records it needs. Authentication can support the use of a record abroad, but it does not establish citizenship or resolve a discrepancy in a family record.

Check that all pages, certification sheets and attachments are present. Keep the recipient’s written instructions and confirm where completed documents should be delivered. Timing is confirmed after document review and depends on preparation, the competent authority, translation and delivery.

Tell us the document, its issuer, destination country and intended use, and your deadline. We will review preparation, translation and delivery options before confirming an estimate and timing. Ask for instructions before mailing originals. Please mail with a tracking number.

Build a list linking each person and generation with the civil records requested by the receiving office.

Identify name changes, spelling differences, missing records and amendments before ordering apostilles.

Confirm accepted certified-copy formats, translations and whether separate supporting evidence is requested.

Does an apostilled family record establish citizenship eligibility?

No. The receiving authority evaluates eligibility and the evidence linking generations. Confirm its current checklist so you authenticate the records needed for the application.

What should I confirm before requesting an estimate?

Provide the document, issuer, destination, intended use, number of copies and deadline. Include the recipient’s checklist if available. This allows preparation, certification, translation and delivery to be reviewed before a cost estimate is confirmed.