How to Meet the Language Requirements for Romanian Citizenship — And How We Help You Get Ready

Applying for Romanian citizenship comes with several legal and administrative requirements — and one of the most important is demonstrating sufficient proficiency in the Romanian language.

Whether you apply through ancestry, naturalization, marriage, or reacquisition, you need to show you can communicate at least at a B1 level (intermediate) according to the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR).

At ASB Hub, we specialize in preparing candidates to be fully language-ready for their Romanian citizenship applications. Here’s what you need to know — and how we can help:

🏛 Language Conditions for Romanian Citizenship

➤ Citizenship by Descent (Ancestry)

If you are applying based on your Romanian heritage, recent law updates (March 2025) require you to prove B1-level Romanian unless you:✅ Are over 65,✅ Are a former Romanian citizen reapplying, or✅ Are a minor included in a parent’s file.

You can prove this by:

• Providing a recognized Romanian language certificate, or

• Showing proof of at least three years of education conducted in Romanian.

➤ Citizenship by Naturalization

For applicants living in Romania for at least eight years (or five years if married to a Romanian citizen), the same B1 language requirement applies. This must be demonstrated with an official language certificate issued by an accredited institution.

➤ Citizenship by Marriage

Spouses applying through naturalization also need to provide proof of B1-level Romanian proficiency.

➤ Citizenship by Reacquisition

Former Romanian citizens looking to regain their citizenship need to meet the same language requirement, unless they are 65 or older.

📚 What Does B1 Level Mean?

The B1 level reflects an intermediate command of Romanian. At this level, you can:

✔ Understand the main points on familiar topics

✔ Handle most travel-related situations in Romania

✔ Write simple, connected texts on familiar subjects

✔ Describe experiences, events, and give brief reasons or explanations

This is not beginner level — it requires preparation and practice.

🌟 How We Prepare You for Success

At ASB Hub, we know how challenging it can feel to meet these language standards. That’s why we offer:

✅ Tailored Romanian language courses focused on citizenship exam preparation

✅ Targeted practice in speaking, listening, reading, and writing

✅ Support in registering for official language exams with accredited institutions

Our goal is not just to teach you Romanian — but to get you fully ready to succeed in your application and confidently meet the citizenship language conditions.

📞 Ready to Start?

If you’re planning to apply for Romanian citizenship, don’t wait until the last minute to prepare your language skills. Contact us today to book your placement test or join one of our preparation courses.

We’re here to help you unlock your Romanian future — with the language confidence you need.