Important update for applicants seeking Romanian citizenship by reacquisition
The Romanian Government has approved a new Emergency Ordinance (OUG) extending the deadline for submitting the Romanian language certificate at B1 level required in applications for reacquisition of Romanian citizenship under Articles 10 and 11 of Law no. 21/1991
According to the official announcement of the National Authority for Citizenship (ANC), applicants who have already submitted or plan to submit a file for reacquisition of Romanian citizenship under Articles 10 and 11 of Law 21/1991 now have until 14 March 2027 to submit the required Romanian language competence certificate (B1 level).
This extension gives applicants additional time to obtain the certificate while continuing their citizenship procedure.
What Was Extended
The new Emergency Ordinance does not change the eligibility rules for citizenship.
Instead, it extends the deadline for submitting the Romanian language competence certificate (B1) in citizenship files submitted for reacquisition of Romanian citizenship under Articles 10 and 11 of Law no. 21/1991.
The new deadline for submitting the certificate is:
14 March 2027
This measure was introduced because many applicants needed more time to obtain the required language certificate.
Who This Extension Applies To
The extension applies to applicants who:
• have already submitted applications for reacquisition of Romanian citizenship under Article 10 of Law 21/1991
• have already submitted applications for reacquisition of Romanian citizenship under Article 11 of Law 21/1991
• plan to submit future applications for reacquisition of Romanian citizenship under Articles 10 and 11 of Law 21/1991
These legal provisions allow former Romanian citizens and their descendants to reacquire Romanian citizenship.
Romanian Language Requirement in Article 10 and 11 Applications
Recent legislative changes introduced the requirement to demonstrate knowledge of the Romanian language for many applicants seeking reacquisition of Romanian citizenship under Articles 10 and 11 of Law 21/1991.
Applicants may need to present a Romanian language competence certificate at B1 level, according to the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages.
However, certain categories of applicants may be exempt from this requirement depending on their situation.
Why the Extension Is Important
The extension of the deadline until 14 March 2027 is important for many applicants.
Many people already qualify for reacquisition of Romanian citizenship under Articles 10 and 11 of Law 21/1991, but they still need time to obtain the language certificate.
The extended deadline allows applicants to:
• gather civil status documents
• prepare translations and apostilles
• enroll in Romanian language courses
• obtain the B1 certificate before the new deadline
How Door to Romania Can Help
At Door to Romania, we help individuals determine whether they qualify for reacquisition of Romanian citizenship under Articles 10 and 11 of Law 21/1991.
Our team can assist with:
• eligibility verification
• citizenship file preparation
• guidance regarding the B1 Romanian language certificate
• support during the citizenship application process
We also provide guidance for applicants who need assistance in obtaining the Romanian language competence certificate required for their citizenship file.
Verify Your Eligibility
If you believe that you qualify for reacquisition of Romanian citizenship under Articles 10 and 11 of Law 21/1991, now is a good time to review your case.
The new deadline for submitting the Romanian language certificate (B1) is 14 March 2027, which gives applicants additional time to prepare their citizenship file properly.
Door to Romania can help you verify your eligibility and guide you through the next steps of the Romanian citizenship process.