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EU citizenship and democracy

Any person who holds the nationality of an EU country is automatically also an EU citizen. This enables you to enjoy certain additional rights and benefits, including participation in the democratic process.

Consular protection
Information on EU citizens' right to consular protection outside the EU, the development of EU consular protection and the applicable EU rules.
Democracy and electoral rights
The Commission's activities to safeguard European democracy, promote free and fair elections and uphold electoral rights of EU citizens.
EU citizenship
More information on the unique concept of EU citizenship, the rights of EU citizens, and the Commission’s work in this area.