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How to apply for Romania citizenship

A step-by-step guide to claiming Romania citizenship by descent through ANC. Your exact documents and route are confirmed by the free eligibility check.

  1. 1

    Determine your route

    Establish whether you're a citizen at birth (Art. 5/6) or must reacquire (Art. 10/11) — requirements differ sharply.

  2. 2

    Document the loss and the chain

    Gather proof the ancestor lost citizenship not by their fault, plus birth and marriage records to the 3rd degree.

  3. 3

    Translate and apostille

    Most cost here is sworn translations and apostilles of foreign records.

  4. 4

    Meet the language step if reacquiring

    Obtain a B1 Romanian certificate, or rely on an exemption, for the Art. 10/11 route.

  5. 5

    File with the National Citizenship Authority (ANC)

    Submit in person, including biometric capture, and use the digital case tracker.

  6. 6

    Oath and processing

    Reacquisition is discretionary with a ~2-year legal target (often longer) and ends with an oath of loyalty to Romania.

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