Citizenship

Culture news

'Our gratitude is endless': Dua Lipa granted Kosovan citizenship

Dua Lipa is now a citizen of the UK, Albania and Kosovo - with the President of Kosovo Vjosa Osmani saying that the pop star is “one of the most iconic cultural figures in our country’s history.”

04/08/2025

Culture news

Why is Donald Trump threatening to revoke a US comedian’s citizenship?

Donald Trump has said he is considering "taking away" the US citizenship of actress and comedian Rosie O'Donnell - despite a Supreme Court ruling that expressly prohibits him or the government from doing so.

14/07/2025

USA

US Supreme Court limits federal judges power on birthright citizenship

Trump hailed the ruling, calling it "a big, amazing decision" and a "monumental victory for the constitution, the separation of powers, and the rule of law."

27/06/2025

Europe News

Referendum in Italy to fail as turnout far below threshold, poll shows

The referendum, proposed by trade unions and civic organisations, addresses issues that have generated political debate in Italy in recent years, particularly labour market reform, as well as migrant reception and integration policies.

09/06/2025

EuroVerify

Fact check: Which country in Europe grants the most citizenships?

As Italians take to the ballot box to vote in the country's citizenship referendum, EuroVerify takes a look at claims that Rome grants the most citizenship applications in Europe every year.

09/06/2025

Europe News

Italians vote on labour and citizenship reforms in key referendum

Italy votes on five referendum questions addressing citizenship and labour laws. A turnout of 50% or more is needed for validation.

08/06/2025

Europe News

Italians to vote on easing citizenship rules amid low turnout fears

Italians will vote on five separate questions, including one that asks whether to reduce the residency period for citizenship from 10 to five years, a proposal which has divided politicians.

06/06/2025

EuroVerify

Do new UK refugee citizenship rules violate UN Refugee Convention?

The UK government has been criticised for bringing in new guidance which effectively bans refugees who entered the country illegally from acquiring British citizenship.

18/02/2025

EuroVerify

Fact check: Which European countries practice birthright citizenship?

President Donald Trump incorrectly said that the US is "the only country" that automatically confers citizenship to children born in its territory. What's the situation like in Europe?

29/01/2025

Europe News

Sweden seeks to remove citizenship from people who threaten the state

The government wants to change the constitution to remove Swedish citizenship from dual nationals who commit crimes against the state.

16/01/2025

Travel News

What are ‘golden visas’ and which EU countries still hand them out?

If you want to move to Europe, golden visas allow you to buy your way to residency.

15/11/2024

Europe News

Malta’s golden passport scheme can stay, EU court signals

The controversial system allowing foreigners to effectively buy EU citizenship has raised security concerns – but a legal opinion issued Friday may offer a reprieve.

04/10/2024

Travel News

Moving to Italy permanently could get easier if new law passes

A change in the law could be good news for 2.5 million foreigners.

25/09/2024

Italy

Tajani’s support for citizenship reform shakes up Italian government

The centre-right Forza Italia leader has reignited political debate by supporting "ius scholae," which would allow children of residents to acquire Italian citizenship after completing formal education in the country.

28/08/2024

Europe News

European elections: What do voters want? What do candidates promise?

Watch episode 23 of Euronews' guide on the European elections, taking place from June 6 to 9.

03/06/2024

Travel News

Here’s how to apply for permanent residency across 5 EU states

From language tests to integration, this is what you need to apply for permanent residency across the EU.

23/01/2024

United Kingdom

UK government accused of frightening immigrants into leaving

EU citizens in the UK are "expected to beg, bend their knee and show remorse for not knowing" about post-Brexit visa changes, Euronews was told.

22/01/2024

Travel News

Americans abroad: US plans to drop citizenship renunciation fee

US plans to drop fee from $2,350 to $450 as expats say they are ‘forced against their will’ to maintain citizenship.

03/10/2023

Travel News

Which EU country welcomes the most new citizens? 

From Sweden to Lithuania, these are the EU countries welcoming the most - and fewest - new citizens

03/03/2023

Europe Decoded

Why second-generation Chinese migrants in Italy don't want citizenship

Prato, in Tuscany, Prato, has the highest percentage of Chinese residents among the local population (14,3%) in Italy. But integration is proving difficult despite roots dating back decades.

30/01/2023