EU Citizenship by DNA Test

Italy, Greece, and Spain issued the most passports based on proof of blood relations with a citizen of the country last year.

According to some studies, DNA tests also carry genetic information that confirms a connection to a nation or a specific ethnic group, but as of 2024, it is not possible to obtain citizenship solely on this basis. Statistics show that DNA testing is becoming widespread. In 2023, 26 million people, including Russians, underwent ancestry testing.