Statistik Austria reported Wednesday that 19,930 people were granted Austrian citizenship in the first nine months of 2026, a 13 percent increase over 2025. Of these, 14,171 reside in Austria, representing a 30 percent rise for residents year-over-year.
Demographics show women comprise half of the new citizens, while nearly one-third are under 18. Former Syrian, Afghan, and Turkish nationals lead the resident group. Notably, naturalizations for victims of National Socialism and descendants fell 15 percent.
The data highlights regional shifts, with Carinthia seeing a 78 percent spike while Upper Austria dropped 18 percent. Amid these figures, FPÖ leader Herbert Kickl proposed ending the automatic transition from asylum status to citizenship in the National Council.
