Repatriation: How to Obtain an EU Passport through Ancestors without Investments.

According to inkorr.com: You can obtain a passport from a European country not only through investment programs. Many Ukrainians have the opportunity to take advantage of a much more accessible and simpler option – repatriation, as reported by Novyny.Live.

Repatriation means the legal return of a person to their homeland based on ethnic origin or previous citizenship of ancestors.

In the 20th century, millions of people were forced to leave their homes due to wars, deportations, and border changes. Today, the descendants of these people have the right to restore the lost connection with their historical homeland.

To exercise this right, you need to:

• Document your lineage
• Prove that your ancestors had citizenship or resided in a specific country
• Pass checks by migration services

Every decision regarding the granting of citizenship is made individually after a detailed analysis of documents and confirmation of national ties.

Romania: The Most Popular Destination for Ukrainians

Obtaining Romanian citizenship is an accessible option for residents of Western Ukraine. Between 1918 and 1940, Northern Bukovina was part of the Kingdom of Romania, so many modern Ukrainians have Romanian roots.

Conditions for repatriation to Romania:

• Having ancestors up to the 3rd degree of kinship (great-grandparents) who lived in Romania from 1918 to 1940
• Documentary evidence of family ties
• No criminal record

Bulgarian: An Alternative Option

Ukrainians can also obtain a Bulgarian passport if they have appropriate roots. Bulgaria is positively inclined towards descendants of ethnic Bulgarians and former citizens of the Bulgarian state.

Requirements for repatriation to Bulgaria:

• At least one relative in the generation of great-grandparents had Bulgarian citizenship
• No criminal convictions
• No entry bans to EU countries
• Basic knowledge of Bulgarian history and culture (in some cases)

To begin the process, you should:

• Research your lineage - find out if you have ancestors with Romanian or Bulgarian roots
• Gather documents - birth, marriage, and death certificates of ancestors, residence certificates
• Consult specialized lawyers - they will help properly fill out the application and prepare the document package
• Submit an application - through the consulate or migration authorities of the country

Repatriation is a more economically advantageous and simpler option for Ukrainians compared to investment programs. For those with ethnic ties to Romania or Bulgaria, this can be a pathway to obtaining a European passport.