Get Your Moldova Dual Citizenship – Learn How to Apply
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Eligibility Overview
- By Birth: Individuals born in Moldova to at least one Moldovan citizen parent automatically acquire citizenship.
- By Descent: Those with a Moldovan parent or grandparent may acquire citizenship by descent, even if born abroad.
- By Marriage: Spouses of Moldovan citizens may apply for citizenship after 3 years of marriage and cohabitation in Moldova.
- By Naturalization: Foreigners may apply after 8 years of legal residence, or 5 years if married to a Moldovan citizen or born in Moldova.
- Special Exception – Dual Citizenship Allowed: Moldova fully recognizes dual citizenship. There is no requirement to renounce your original nationality when applying or reacquiring Moldovan citizenship.
Note: Moldova also allows former citizens and descendants of citizens to reclaim citizenship more easily through simplified procedures.
Step-by-Step Process
- Verify your eligibility by descent, marriage, or residency history.
- Submit your application to the Public Services Agency or Moldovan consulate abroad.
- Provide the required documentation, including proof of descent or residency.
- Complete interviews or oath requirements (if naturalizing).
Benefits of Moldovan Citizenship
- Live and work in Moldova and other Eastern European countries
- Travel visa-free or visa-on-arrival to over 120 countries
- Pass citizenship to children automatically
- Keep your current nationality — dual citizenship is fully recognized
Frequently asked questions.
Does Moldova allow dual citizenship?
Yes. Moldova fully recognizes and allows dual citizenship without restriction. You do not have to renounce your other nationality.
Can I apply if my grandparents were Moldovan?
Yes. Moldova allows individuals with Moldovan grandparents to apply through simplified procedures for citizenship by descent.
How long does it take to become a Moldovan citizen by naturalization?
The standard residency requirement is 8 years, but it may be reduced to 5 years if you are married to a Moldovan or were born in Moldova.
Can a foreign spouse apply for citizenship?
Yes. After 3 years of marriage and residence in Moldova, foreign spouses may apply for Moldovan citizenship through a simplified process.
Do I have to pay taxes in Moldova if I become a citizen?
Moldova uses a residence-based tax system. You are taxed on worldwide income only if you reside in Moldova for more than 183 days per year.