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Romanian citizenship: a quick way to become an EU citizen

Obtain an EU passport through the government's repatriation program. You do not need to reside in Romania and do not need to make any additional financial investments.

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What are the advantages of becoming a Romanian citizen?

Romanian citizenship is a legal way to live a full life in the European Union. A Romanian passport gives you access to all the rights and freedoms that EU citizens enjoy.

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Freedom of movement in the EU and Schengen area

With a Romanian passport you can freely travel, live and work in the countries of the European Union without visas and additional conditions.

Legal access to the European labor market

You get the right to officially work in any EU country without permits, which significantly expands your career opportunities and income level.

Access to education in the EU

Romanian citizens can enroll in European universities, apply for scholarships, benefits and grants.

Right of residence in any EU country

Once you become a Romanian citizen, you can choose a country for permanent residence, whether it is Germany, France, Spain or another EU country.

Visa-free entry to more than 160 countries around the world

Romanian passport is among the "strong" - its holders can travel without a visa to many countries, including the UK, Canada, Japan and almost all of Europe.

Possibility to pass on citizenship to children

Romanian citizenship is an investment in the future, you can pass it on to your children, giving them all the benefits of life and fulfillment in the EU from birth.

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Who can obtain Romanian citizenship under simplified conditions?

The simplified program for obtaining Romanian citizenship is designed for descendants of Romanian citizens - it allows you to obtain an EU passport without living in the country.

Age from 18 and legal capacity

The applicant must be of legal age and have full legal capacity to make independent decisions regarding citizenship.

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No criminal record

The candidate must have an impeccable reputation and no criminal record in Romania or other countries.

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Loyalty to the state

The applicant must demonstrate respect for the laws, order and sovereignty of Romania. Any of his/her actions contrary to the interests of the country may be grounds for refusal.

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How to obtain Romanian citizenship: step-by-step plan of action

The repatriation program allows you to obtain Romanian citizenship without the need to invest or reside in the country either before or after receiving your passport. The procedure consists of several stages, at each of which we take on most of the tasks, including preparing documents, submitting applications, and actively interacting with government agencies to make the entire process convenient and simple for the client.

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Consultation and initial document verification

The company's lawyers conduct a detailed analysis and determine whether you are eligible to participate in the program. Even if you are not sure about your ancestry, you should not refuse in advance - half of our clients found out about their right to citizenship only after the initial verification. We do more than just consult - we research your family tree. The consultation and initial verification are completely free of charge.

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Preparation of a complete dossier

At this stage, our specialists take care of all the work of collecting and processing documents. Even if part of the proof of kinship is missing, we independently initiate inquiries to state and archival institutions, restore the necessary records and obtain official certificates. All documents are prepared in strict compliance with Romanian legislation. The client is only required to provide a passport and basic personal data, we take care of the rest of the process.

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Submission of the application to the Romanian authorities

The finalized dossier is sent to the National Directorate of Citizenship. You can submit the documents either through the consulate or on the territory of Romania. We prepare you in advance and accompany you during the visit to the state body to ensure full compliance with all legal regulations.

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Obtaining citizenship: the oath

It takes an average of 6-14 months to process a case. We track the status of the file by number and inform you as soon as the official order granting citizenship is issued. After that you have to take an oath within six months on the territory of Romania. During the ceremony, you recite the oath in Romanian and receive a temporary certificate of citizenship and a citizenship card.

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Issuance of Romanian citizen documents

After the oath ceremony, you will be entitled to apply for a Romanian passport. This can be done either in Romania or through the consulate in your place of residence. In order to obtain it, you need to submit a citizen's card, biometric data and pay a state fee of 50 EUR. Since March 2025, Romania has introduced modern electronic identity cards of the new CEI generation, which gradually replace traditional ID cards.

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Why you should obtain Romanian citizenship with us
Accurate citizenship eligibility verification

Specialists immediately determine whether you are eligible for the program and give an objective assessment. This allows you to avoid unnecessary costs and disappointment if there are insufficient grounds, as well as to have confidence in a positive outcome.

Complete archival search and document recovery

Lawyers and genealogy experts know where to look for the right records and how to officially confirm parentage. Even if nothing has been preserved in the family, it is possible to restore documents through state archives.

Preparing a dossier without errors and deviations

Every little detail matters - even an inaccurate wording can be a reason for rejection. Professionals prepare the documents in strict compliance with the requirements of the Romanian authorities and ensure their legal purity.

Accompanying you at the filing and swearing in of documents

Your personal presence at the filing and swearing-in is mandatory, but in the presence of a professional you know exactly how to behave, what to say and what documents to present. This reduces your stress level and eliminates the risk of mistakes.

Time saving

Citizenship registration is a lengthy process. With a team of professionals, you don't spend months poring over instructions and translating documents. The lawyers will do everything for you quickly and competently.

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Frequently asked questions about Romanian citizenship
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We have prepared answers to those questions that our clients are most often interested in. But if you are still unclear, we will be happy to provide advice.

Do I have to reside in Romania to obtain citizenship?

No, you do not need to reside in Romania to participate in the repatriation program. You can obtain citizenship outside of Romania, including the steps of applying and obtaining a passport through the consulate.

Do I need to know Romanian language?

From 2025, knowledge of Romanian at a basic level has become compulsory. This does not mean that you need to be fluent - it is enough to understand and be able to formulate simple phrases.

How quickly can I obtain citizenship under the simplified program?

On average it takes 14 months from submitting documents to receiving a decision, it can be faster or longer, depending on the workload of the authority. In our turn, we do everything so that there are no additional questions to the dossier and the procedure is not delayed.

Can my relatives obtain citizenship with me?

Minor children can be granted citizenship by including them in your application. You cannot do this with your spouse, but you can apply for a simplified residence permit and then a passport by marriage.

Do you guarantee approval of the application?

We cannot 100% predict the decision of the authorities, but we immediately assess the existence of grounds and give objective forecasts. Our lawyers prepare the documents correctly, comply with all the requirements, which ensures appropriate results - more than 90% of our cases are approved.

Is it difficult to take the oath of office?

You will need to memorize a small one-line oath in advance and, depending on the situation, answer a few questions from the committee. We give all materials for preparation in advance, tell the nuances, so most of our clients successfully pass this stage.

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