German Citizenship By Descent Services
Claim Your German Heritage Without the Bureaucratic Headache.
Why Hire a Professional for Your Descent Application?
While the “Right of Blood” (Jus Sanguinis) is a powerful legal principle, navigating the German Federal Administration Office (BVA) is notoriously difficult. GDC bridges the gap between your family history and a successful citizenship claim.
Why Choose GDC Over a DIY Application?
| Feature | DIY (Doing it Yourself) | GDC Professional Service |
|---|---|---|
| Eligibility Verification | Self-researched (Risk of misinterpreting complex 2024 laws). | Certified Audit by legal and genealogical experts. |
| Document Sourcing | You must contact German archives and local registries yourself. | White-Glove Procurement: Our team tracks down and secures all records for you. |
| Legalizations & Apostilles | Navigating multiple government agencies for stamps and seals. | Full Handling: We manage the entire chain of authentication and legalizations. |
| German Translations | Hiring unknown 3rd party translators (risk of non-acceptance). | Official Translations by state-recognized German professionals included. |
| BVA Communication | You handle all correspondence (often only in German). | Official Representation: We act as your primary liaison with the BVA/Consulate. |
| Success Guarantee | No recourse if denied. | 100% Money-Back Guarantee on qualified cases. |
| Processing Time | High risk of "rejection and restart" due to minor errors. | Optimized Timeline: "Front-loaded" applications to avoid bureaucratic delays. |
Our Comprehensive "Turnkey" Descent Services
We don’t just give advice; we do the heavy lifting. Our full-service package is designed to handle every complexity of your application:
Expert Eligibility Audits: We perform a deep dive into your lineage to confirm an unbroken line of citizenship, ensuring you meet the latest 2024 dual citizenship requirements before you spend a dime.
Professional Genealogy Research: Can’t find your grandfather’s birth certificate from 1920? Our specialized research team tracks down vital records across Germany and the US that are otherwise inaccessible to the public.
Document Procurement & Legalization: We obtain, verify, and “bulletproof” your documents. This includes:
Sourcing certified copies of birth, marriage, and death certificates.
Affixing necessary Apostilles and legalizations.
Professional translations by state-recognized translators.
Conflict Resolution: We identify and fix discrepancies in historical records (name changes, date mismatches) that often lead to immediate rejections by German authorities.
Application Preparation & Submission: We complete all BVA forms (Antrag F, Anlage V, etc.) and manage the entire submission process, serving as your official point of contact with the German government.
The GDC Advantage: Why 1,000+ Families Chose Us
100% Money-Back Guarantee: We are so confident in our eligibility assessments that if your qualified application is denied after three attempts, we refund your full service fee.
New 2024 Law Expertise: We are experts on the June 27, 2024, law changes, allowing you to keep your US/Current citizenship while becoming German.
Global Footprint: With offices in Los Angeles and Berlin, we work across time zones to ensure your case never hits a standstill.
Family Discounts: Claiming heritage is a family affair. We offer deep discounts for multiple family members applying under the same lineage.
Start Your Journey Today
Don’t let your heritage expire due to missing paperwork. Let GDC handle the bureaucracy so you can focus on your future in the EU.
This page was last updated with help by Marco Permunian
Contact Us
There different paths to qualify for Germany citizenship by descent. Contact us at (213) 799-2133 to help confirm your eligibility.