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Spain dual citizenship allows those from Ibero-American countries, Portugal, the Philippines, and France to retain their original citizenship, while others must renounce.
Spanish citizenship takes between 1 and 3 years to process, and up to 10 years to qualify for through naturalization, which can be reduced to 2 years for some.
See where Spanish passport holders can travel visa-free, with visa on arrival, eVisa, or ETA in 2026. Includes updated country list and passport strength.
Learn how to obtain Spanish citizenship by naturalization, including residency requirements, exams, documents, costs, processing times, and the benefits of holding a Spanish passport.