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Citizenship / Naturalization in Estonia

One documented route of this kind in Estonia, with its conditions, documents, official government fees and process.

Estonian Citizenship by Naturalisation

Naturalisation as an Estonian citizen for adults who have resided in Estonia for at least 8 years (at least the last 5 on a permanent basis), passed the Estonian language exam, and passed the examination on the Constitution and the Citizenship Act. Estonia generally does not allow dual citizenship for naturalised citizens.

Processing time
Decision by the Government of Estonia, typically several months
Language requirement
Estonian language proficiency exam (B1 level) plus exam on the Constitution and the Citizenship Act
Citizenship
After 8 years of residence (at least 5 years on a permanent basis), plus 6-month residence at the application point

Requirements

  • At least 8 years of residence in Estonia on the basis of a residence permit or right of residence, of which at least 5 years on a permanent basis
  • Permanent residence permit or long-term resident status
  • Passed the Estonian language proficiency examination
  • Passed the examination on knowledge of the Constitution and the Citizenship Act
  • Permanent legal income
  • Loyalty to the Estonian state; release from previous citizenship as required

Required Documents

  • Citizenship application form required
  • Valid passport / proof of identity required
  • Certificate of passing the Estonian language exam required
  • Certificate of passing the Constitution and Citizenship Act exam required
  • Proof of permanent legal income required

Official fees

  • State fee for citizenship application 0 EUR

Process Steps

  1. 1

    Meet residence requirement

    Reside in Estonia for at least 8 years (5 on a permanent basis) holding permanent/long-term residence.

  2. 2

    Pass the exams

    Pass the Estonian language proficiency exam and the Constitution/Citizenship Act exam.

  3. 3

    Submit application

    Submit the naturalisation application to the Police and Border Guard Board.

  4. 4

    Government decision

    Await the decision of the Government of Estonia and take the oath.

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