Citizenship by Descent / Reacquisition (Cetățenie prin naștere / redobândire)
Citizenship by Descent / Reacquisition is a residence route in Moldova (Ascendență). Citizenship without residence for persons whose parents, grandparents or great-grandparents were born in Moldova's territory; dual citizenship allowed. Often a step to Romanian citizenship by reacquisition.
Requirements at a glance
There is no minimum stay to keep the permit. Citizenship can be possible after about 0 years.
How holders are taxed
Citizenship alone does not create tax residence.
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.
| Categorie | Ascendență |
|---|---|
| Investiție | — |
| Taxe (familie) | — |
| Venit / an | — |
| Active | — |
| Ședere min. | 0 |
| RP | — |
| Cetățenie | acum |
| Muncă | yes |
| Eligibil | Descendants (up to great-grandparents) of Moldovan citizens / Bessarabia natives |
| Impozit | Citizenship alone does not create tax residence. |
| La data de | 2026-10 |
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