🇮🇳 India · Naturalisation
Citizenship by Naturalization — requirements, costs & how to apply
Who is eligible
| Age range | 18–None |
Costs
| Application / consular fee | €0 |
Duration & renewal
Citizenship possible after 12 years.
How to apply
- Confirm you meet the eligibility above.
- Gather documents and apply via the official portal: https://upload.indiacode.nic.in/schedulefile?aid=AC_CEN_5_40_00001_195557_1517807319455&rid=124.
Sources & verification
Every figure on this page is taken from an official government source and dated. Nothing is inferred.
Age range
Application fee
Years to citizenship
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Informational only, not legal or immigration advice. Requirements change — always confirm on the official government source linked above before applying. Last verified 2026-06-09.