colonize Console Command
Documentation and examples for the colonize command in Europa Universalis IV.
colonize
Colonizes and cores an unsettled province
| Parameter | Description |
|---|---|
Province ID Or Colonial RegionNumberrequired |
Command builder
Fill in the parameters to build a ready-to-paste colonize command.
Overview
Instantly colonizes an unsettled province to a full settlement and cores it for you, skipping the colonist and the years of growth. The quickest way to plant a finished colony for testing.
Frequently asked questions
How do you use the colonize command in EU4?
Open the console with the grave (`) key while in-game, type colonize followed by its parameters, then press Enter. The console can't be opened in Ironman games.
What does the colonize command do?
Colonizes and cores an unsettled province.
What are the parameters for the colonize command?
The syntax is colonize [province id or colonial region]. It takes one argument: province id or colonial region.
Does the colonize command require any DLC?
No. colonize is part of the base game and works without any DLC.
Can you use colonize in Ironman mode?
No. The console is disabled in Ironman games, so colonize can't be entered. Because achievements are only earned in Ironman, console commands like colonize can't be used to unlock them.