Residency Pathways 2026
Citizenship by Residency
Explore the path from temporary resident to permanent resident to citizen. Check residency requirements for countries worldwide.
What is Citizenship by Residency?
Citizenship by residency is the most common route to naturalization. It involves legally residing in a country for a specific number of years (often 3-10) under a valid visa (like work, study, or family reunification). Once the residency requirement is met, along with other criteria like language proficiency and good conduct, you can apply for full citizenship.
North America
South America
Europe
