Residence & citizenship
Moldovan Citizenship by Naturalisation
For long-term residents who meet the residence, language and integration conditions and wish to become Moldovan citizens by naturalisation.
Expert reviewed Official guidance referenced
Under review — check current rules
Exact qualifying residence periods (commonly cited as 10 years standard, 8 for refugees/stateless, 3 for spouses/close family) should be confirmed against Law 1024/2000 and its current regulation.
Important information
Immigration rules and fees can change. This information is for general guidance only and does not constitute legal advice. Always check the latest requirements on the official Moldova government website before you apply.
On this page
- Official name
- Acquisition of citizenship by naturalisation
- Route type
- Citizenship / naturalisation
- Legal basis
- Law No. 1024/2000 on citizenship
- Language/integration
- Romanian language and Constitution knowledge required
Who it is for
- Long-term legal residents meeting the qualifying residence period
- Spouses of Moldovan citizens and people with Moldovan family (reduced periods)
- Recognised refugees and stateless persons (reduced periods)
Requirements
- Qualifying period of lawful residence
- Knowledge of the state language (Romanian), certified
- Knowledge of the Constitution of the Republic of Moldova
- A lawful source of income
- No criminal record and no threat to national security
How to apply
- Submit the naturalisation application through the competent government service
- Pass the language and Constitution assessments
- Provide residence, income and clean-record evidence
Official sources
For the most accurate and up-to-date information, always refer to the official government sources.
Verified against official gov.uk sources · last reviewed 2026-08-21. Information only — not legal advice.