Romanian citizenship by descent / reacquisition (Art. 10 & 11, Law 21/1991) (Redobândirea cetățeniei române (art. 10/11))
Romanian citizenship by descent / reacquisition (Art. 10 & 11, Law 21/1991) is a residence route in Romania (Ascendenza). Proof of ancestry; since Law 14/2025 (17 Mar 2025) B1 Romanian certificate required (65+ exempt; other exemptions disputed); oath. No residence needed. Dual citizenship allowed. Real processing 2–3 yrs.
Requirements at a glance
There is no minimum stay to keep the permit. Permanent residence: after subito years. Citizenship can be possible after about 0 years.
How holders are taxed
Citizenship alone creates no tax liability; tax residence by 183 days/centre of interests.
Next steps
Check the official page for the current rules and fees, compare this route with the other programmes on the interactive map, and talk to a licensed immigration lawyer or authorised agent before applying.
| Categoria | Ascendenza |
|---|---|
| Investimento | — |
| Tasse (famiglia) | CHF 300 |
| Reddito / anno | — |
| Patrimonio | — |
| Soggiorno min. | 0 |
| Residenza perm. | subito |
| Cittadinanza | subito |
| Lavoro | yes |
| Ammessi | descendants (up to great-grandchildren) of Romanian citizens incl. Bessarabia/Bukovina 1918–40 |
| Imposte | Citizenship alone creates no tax liability; tax residence by 183 days/centre of interests. |
| Stato al | 2026-10 |
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