Spain Dual Citizenship Rules

Summary

Spain generally does not allow dual citizenship, except for citizens of Latin American and some Iberian countries. To obtain Spanish citizenship, one must typically reside in Spain for 10 years, have knowledge of the Spanish language and culture, and maintain a clean criminal record. Some European countries like Ireland, France, Italy, and Belgium do allow dual citizenship. If you are a Canadian citizen seeking European citizenship, you need to check the specific requirements of the country you are interested in. Spains neighboring countries include France, Portugal, Andorra, and Gibraltar.