🇷🇴 Romania · Naturalisation
Romanian citizenship — requirements, costs & how to apply
Who is eligible
| Minimum monthly income | €3,333 |
| Minimum annual salary | €40,000 |
| Proof of savings | €10,000 |
| Minimum investment | €5,000 |
| Work experience | 3+ years |
| Language level | B1 |
| Age range | 25–None |
Costs
| Application / consular fee | €200 |
Duration & renewal
Initial stay: 24 months. Citizenship possible after 8 years.
Who can apply
Open to all nationalities.
How to apply
- Confirm you meet the eligibility above.
- Gather documents and apply via the official portal: https://cetatenie.just.ro/articolul-8-acordare/.
Frequently asked
How much income do I need?
You must show €3,333.
Sources & verification
Every figure on this page is taken from an official government source and dated. Nothing is inferred.
Minimum monthly income
https://cetatenie.just.ro/articolul-8-acordare/ · verified 2026-06-09
Minimum annual salary
https://cetatenie.just.ro/articolul-8-acordare/ · verified 2026-06-09
Proof of savings
https://cetatenie.just.ro/articolul-8-acordare/ · verified 2026-06-09
Minimum investment
https://cetatenie.just.ro/articolul-8-acordare/ · verified 2026-06-09
Work experience
https://cetatenie.just.ro/articolul-8-acordare/ · verified 2026-06-09
Language level
https://cetatenie.just.ro/articolul-8-acordare/ · verified 2026-06-09
Age range
https://cetatenie.just.ro/articolul-8-acordare/ · verified 2026-06-09
Application fee
https://cetatenie.just.ro/articolul-8-acordare/ · verified 2026-06-09
Years to citizenship
https://cetatenie.just.ro/articolul-8-acordare/ · verified 2026-06-09
Open to all nationalities
https://cetatenie.just.ro/articolul-8-acordare/ · verified 2026-06-09
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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.