Through residence and fulfillment of certain requirements, a person who is not an Estonian citizen may become one through the process of naturalization. In regards to obtaining citizenship in Estonia through naturalization, keep in mind the following:
An individual must fulfill a number of requirements before they can become an Estonian citizen by naturalization, including being at least 18 years old, residing legally and continuously in Estonia for at least eight years, knowing enough Estonian, and passing a citizenship exam.
Being eligible: You must be at least 18 years old, have lived in Estonia legally and continuously for at least eight years, possess a sufficient command of the Estonian language, and successfully complete a citizenship examination in order to be eligible for Estonian citizenship by naturalization.
Application submission: Once you have satisfied the requirements for eligibility, you may submit an application for citizenship by naturalization to the Police and Border Guard Board along with any necessary supporting documentation, such as proof of residency, proof of language ability, and proof of a spotless criminal record.
Application processing: The Police and Border Guard Board will assess your application and any supporting material, and if necessary, may ask for more details or documentation. They will also verify your background and judge how well you speak Estonian.
Exam for citizenship: Passing the citizenship exam is a requirement for applying. It examines your understanding of Estonian history, culture, and society as well as your language skills.
If your application is accepted, you will be invited to swear the oath of allegiance, which is a formal ceremony when you affirm your commitment to and loyalty to Estonia, if your application is accepted. You will be given Estonian citizenship after taking the oath.
You must be at least 18 years old, have lived in Estonia legally and continuously for at least eight years, possess a sufficient command of the Estonian language, and successfully complete a citizenship examination in order to become an Estonian citizen by naturalization. A clean criminal record and proof that you can support yourself and any dependents are other requirements.
The naturalization process can take several months to complete, depending on factors such as the completeness of the application and the workload of the authorities.
The Police and Border Guard Board accept applications for Estonian citizenship via naturalization when they are accompanied by the necessary supporting documentation.