Documentation Required
To qualify as a Hereditary Class member:
- Petitioners must submit documentation that shows descent from a Spanish family that was native to Spain for a minimum of three generations. There is a genealogist fee of $5 per generation submitted for review.
To qualify as a Conquistador Class member:
- Petitioners must attach a proven lineage from a Spanish Conquistador. (See list of approved individuals here). There is a genealogist fee of $5 per generation submitted for review.
To qualify as a Royal Class member:
- Petitioners must submit documentation showing direct descent from a Spanish King or Queen (See list of Kings and Queens of Spain here). There is a genealogist fee of $5 per generation submitted for review.
Types of files accepted:
- To apply, submit a copy of your lineage, a list of genealogical sources, and the entry fee.
- While GEDCOM files are preferred, they are not mandatory. All materials should accompany the application.
- Images of sources may be helpful for certificates and rare material.
- Will accept: pdf, doc, docx, xls, xlsx, csv, txt, rtf, html, zip, mp3, wma, mpg, flv, avi, jpg, jpeg, png, gif.