Original Guide by GamerBlurb.com | Published on 11/04/2025 at 11:44 PM CST
Europa Universalis V
Your capital in Europa Universalis V is the center of your Control network and the main source of your nation’s reach. Moving it can completely change how fast your empire grows, but the process takes planning, resources, and patience.
How To Move Capital
To move your capital in Europa Universalis V, open the Government tab and go into the Cabinet section. Look for the Administrative Actions list and select Move Capital. From there, choose any valid core location that has at least moderate Control and no active occupation.
Moving the capital costs Books, Stability, and Government Power. Books act as an administrative resource used for knowledge-based actions. If you don’t have enough, you can get them through trade in the Market tab or by constructing a Scriptorum under the Clergy building group. Once you have enough resources, confirm the move and the transfer begins.
The capital change doesn’t apply instantly. It takes some time to finalize, and once complete, the new location starts radiating Control outward just like your old one did. Control in the former capital will slowly decline over time.
Best Spots For A New Capital
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Choose a city or town with good terrain access like plains or river valleys
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Avoid mountains since Control spreads slower through rough terrain
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Favor regions with nearby trade routes or markets for faster growth
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Always make sure the new location already has at least 75% Control before moving
How To Speed Up Control Growth After Moving
After moving the capital, Control starts low and builds gradually. You can speed this up by using the Increase Province Control action in your Cabinet. This costs Administrative Power but accelerates the rate of authority spread from the new capital.
Roads also help a lot. Build them outward from your new capital toward major cities to connect provinces faster. If your new capital is coastal, keep your fleet active nearby to boost Maritime Presence and reinforce Control along shorelines.
Final Blurb
Moving your capital in Europa Universalis V can shift your entire empire’s balance. It’s a powerful tool when done for the right reasons, but it drains resources fast. Plan the move carefully, link it with strong infrastructure, and your authority will spread much faster than your rivals can react.
FAQ
How do I move my capital in EU5
Go to the Government tab, open the Cabinet, and pick Move Capital from the Administrative Actions list.
What resources are required
You need Books, Stability, and Government Power to start the process.
Where can I get Books
Buy them through trade or build a Scriptorum under Clergy buildings to produce them locally.
Does moving capital increase Control instantly
No, Control builds up gradually. You can speed it up using the Increase Province Control option or by improving infrastructure.
Can I move my capital to any province
Only to core provinces that have enough Control and are not occupied or under siege.
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