About 32 to 36 countries have unconditional birthright citizenship, depending on the source and how “birthright citizenship” is defined. Recent reporting cites roughly 33 countries, while other summaries put the figure at about three dozen.

What that means

Most of these countries are in the Americas, especially in North, Central, and South America. Some sources also count a few countries with more limited or application-based versions of birthright citizenship, which is why the totals vary.

Simple takeaway

  • Strict/unconditional birthright citizenship: about 33 countries.
  • Broader versions, including limited forms: closer to 50+ countries in some counts.

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