Discover your Austrian origins
I reconstruct the documented history of your ancestor in Austria using historical records and archival sources, placing the findings within their family, social, and geographic context before they left Austria.
To get started, I only need a few basic details and answers to some initial questions.
The package includes:
- A documented reconstruction of your ancestor’s life in Austria, as well as that of their parents
- Identification of the place of origin and family environment
- Analysis of available records, primarily birth and marriage records
- A narrative PDF report including sources and links to the original records
Price: 129 USD
Submitting your request does not imply any purchase commitment.
I first verify the availability of sources and the feasibility of the research.
The final report is delivered only after payment is received.
Your family’s story began with someone who made the decision to leave their home, cross borders, and set sail for an unknown continent, without knowing what awaited them on the other side of the ocean.
But where did they come from, and what family did they leave behind?
Through genealogical research in Austria, your ancestor’s life before emigration becomes visible again.
Sample report: Discover your origins
Below is an example of the type of report you will receive at the end of the research process.
Research in Austrian archives
I work with original records and archival sources from Austria, including parish registers (Kirchenbücher), Austrian civil registration records, and documentation preserved in regional archives (Landesarchive).
Many immigrants who arrived in the United States came from different regions of the former Austro-Hungarian Empire, whose borders and jurisdictions changed over time. After the dissolution of the Austro-Hungarian Empire and the border changes of the twentieth century, some records from regions that today belong to Austria may be written in Hungarian. Understanding these historical changes is essential for locating the correct documents.
I work directly with historical records in German and Latin, including handwritten documents in old German script (Kurrent), allowing genealogical research in Austria to be based on original sources.
How it works
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1. You provide the basic information
You share your ancestor’s name, place of birth (as precisely as possible), approximate date of birth (if known), and religion. -
2. I review the available sources
I check whether suitable historical records exist in Austrian archives and databases. -
3. Confirmation and agreement
I inform you whether sufficient records are available to conduct documented research. The process continues only once you confirm that you would like to proceed. -
4. Research and documentation
I carry out the genealogical research in Austria and document all sources used, including references to the original records. -
5. Payment and delivery of results
Once the research is completed and payment is received, you will receive the full report by email, including the relevant documents and explanations.
Frequently Asked Questions
It is essential to know your ancestor’s place of birth in Austria, as well as an approximate date of birth. Before accepting any request, I carry out a free feasibility check.
The initial source verification is free of charge. If the basic records required cannot be located, the research is not initiated and no payment is requested. In some cases, I can also advise you on alternative research options.
This package focuses on genealogical research in Austria and on reconstructing your ancestor’s documented life before emigration. Additional research services can be evaluated separately.
This report is intended for personal family history purposes and is based on historical sources. I do not provide services for citizenship applications, but I can assist in cases where key details about an ancestor (such as birth date or birthplace) need to be identified in historical records.
Once feasibility has been confirmed and the research start has been agreed upon, the usual processing time is approximately 7 business days. The report is delivered after payment has been received.
This package is designed for the basic documented reconstruction of an ancestor in Austria. If your situation requires a different type of research or specific documentation, you are welcome to contact me for further evaluation.
Payments are made in USD via a secure payment link. You can pay easily by credit or debit card.
For this service, you only pay once the research is completed. When the work is finished, I will send you the payment link. After payment, you will receive the full report.
About me
I am Zuzana Bodnárová, a genealogical researcher specializing in Austria. I help families reconstruct the history of their ancestors who emigrated from Austria.
Since 2017, I have worked with historical records and original archival sources, conducting research both for private clients and for a published book (Frida, by Norwegian author Nina F. Grünfeld).
I have lived and worked in several Central European countries and currently reside in Austria. I speak fluent German, which allows me to read historical documents in their original language and work directly with local archives and records, including Latin when necessary. I also speak Spanish and English for client communication.
I personally understand what it means to live far from one’s country of origin while maintaining a connection to family history. That is why I know how important it is to recover these roots.
More than data. A family story.