Spain, Italy, and Germany Lead in Citizenship Grants In 2023, Spain, Italy, and Germany granted the highest number of citizenships to foreign nationals, collectively accounting for over 62% of all new citizenships in the European Union . According to Euristat , these countries led the rankings: Spain : 240,200 new citizenships (22.9% of the EU total) Italy : 213,600 new citizenships (20.3%) Germany : 199,800 new citizenships (19.0%) Who Are the New EU Citizens? Among those acquiring European nationality, Syrians constituted the largest group , with 107,500 individuals gaining citizenship in the EU. They were followed by: Moroccans : 106,500 new citizens Albanians : 44,400 new citizens These figures reflect migration patterns shaped by conflict, economic opportunity, and historical ties between origin countries and European nations. Why Are These Countries Leading in Citizenship Grants? 1. Spain: A Hub for Latin American and North African Applicants Spain...