Estonian passport – unlimited access to visa freedom and comfortable life in the countries of the European Union.
By obtaining an Estonian passport, you will automatically become a citizen of the European Union and will have access to all key rights – visa-free travel around the world, unlimited right to employment, access to health care and education, social guarantees.
Estonian passport provides freedom of travel to Schengen countries, as well as visa-free or simplified entry to the USA, Canada, the UK, Japan and others.
Estonian citizens have the right to travel, work, study and reside freely in all European Union countries.
Holders of an Estonian passport can receive public health care services in Estonia and use the European Health Insurance Card (EHIC) when temporarily staying in EU countries.
Estonian citizens have access to unemployment benefits, maternity benefits, housing subsidies and other forms of social protection both in Estonia and when moving to other EU countries.
The Estonian passport allows you to freely open companies, branches and accounts in any EU member state, enjoy tax advantages and legal protection within the common market.
Estonian citizenship can be automatically passed on to children, giving them all the benefits of an EU passport from birth.
An Estonian passport can be issued on various grounds – from long-term residence and naturalization to a simplified method if you have ties to the country.
It is possible to apply for a passport after 8 years of residence in the country, provided that they speak the language, have a stable income, and know the constitutional norms. Spouses of citizens receive the status in the same standard procedure.
Quickly restore the status can those who lost it in childhood by the decision of parents, but at the time of application it is necessary to reside in the country.
Foreigners who have made a contribution to the development of certain industries in Estonia can obtain citizenship in a special order without fulfilling the standard conditions.
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The process of obtaining Estonian citizenship is clearly regulated by national legislation and requires careful observance of all formalities. In order to confidently go through the procedure, it is important not only to know the legal requirements, but also to prepare for each stage competently, in which case the assistance of experienced lawyers will be useful.
A comprehensive legal diagnosis is conducted to identify the grounds for applying for citizenship. Lawyers analyze the applicant’s individual circumstances, give a preliminary assessment of the chances of a successful outcome and point out possible difficulties. A set of documents is also checked: their availability, relevance and compliance with the requirements of migration legislation.
The exact composition of the documents depends on the method of obtaining citizenship, but standardly includes a form-filled application form, confirmation of legal stable income. If the requirement is relevant, a certificate of knowledge of the Estonian language and Constitution is attached. Much of the information is checked against national databases, so the package of documents is relatively small. However, accuracy in submitting them, correctness in filling out the dossier, preparation of translations and legalization are still important. Experienced lawyers help in this and guarantee that the authorities will not ask any additional questions about the dossier.
The request with a complete set of documents is submitted by lawyers to the Police and Border Guard Department. The case with a reasoned conclusion is further forwarded to the government for issuing the final decision. After the order granting Estonian citizenship is issued, a certificate is mailed to the applicant, on the basis of which a passport can be issued.
The responsible authority for issuing internal and foreign passports is the Police and Border Guard Board. Immediately after receiving the citizenship certificate, you can apply to the service for the production of Estonian citizenship cards. It is possible to use special self-service kiosks to submit a request or the services of diplomatic representations abroad. When submitting a request, you can be photographed on the spot or provide a digital photo. The duration of document preparation is from 2 to 30 days, depending on the chosen authority and the fee paid.
At the first meeting the lawyer analyzes your documents, discusses your goals and selects the best option for EU citizenship.
The specialist independently collects the necessary certificates, organizes their translation and notarization in accordance with legal requirements.
The lawyer by power of attorney submits your documents to the state authorities of the EU country, ensuring the correct execution of the dossier.
We control the review process, notify you of a positive decision and accompany you during the final citizenship procedure.
Once you become a citizen, you will be issued a national ID card, passport and other European documents.
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In most cases, 8 years of residence is required. Even spouses of Estonians cannot take advantage of the shortened period. Simplifications apply only to former citizens without a fixed period of residence and those who have meritorious service to the state.
The process can take from 4 months on average, but the time frame depends on the specific situation, completeness of the dossier and the workload of the migration authorities.
Yes, the applicant must pass an Estonian language test (level B1) and an examination on the basics of the Constitution and the Estonian Citizenship Act. Exemption from the examinations is possible for elderly persons or persons with disabilities if there are medical reasons.
In most cases, no. Estonian law requires renunciation of previous citizenship.
After receiving the decree grantYes, minor children under the age of 15 can obtain citizenship together with a parent under a number of conditions, including cohabitation, consent of the other parent.ing citizenship, you must undergo an oath ceremony at the local government within 6 months. After that, the procedure is considered complete and you officially become an Italian citizen.
If the documents are collected correctly and the grounds are confirmed, the probability of a positive decision exceeds 90%. Before submission, specialists analyze your situation, identify possible deficiencies and adjust to the requirements of Estonian migration legislation.
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