Acquiring Mongolian Citizenship by Descent

Eligibility Criteria (2025)

✅ A child born anywhere to at least one Mongolian citizen parent (mother or father) at the time of birth is automatically a Mongolian citizen by descent (Article 8, Law on Citizenship).
✅ Children born abroad must be registered with a Mongolian embassy or consulate within 1 year of birth to secure citizenship records.
✅ No distinction is made between children born in or out of wedlock, as long as parentage is legally established.

Required Documentation (2025)

✅ Applicant’s birth certificate (legalized/apostilled and translated into Mongolian if necessary).
✅ Mongolian parent’s birth certificate or citizenship certificate (e.g., Mongolian passport or citizen ID card).
✅ Valid identification of the Mongolian parent (e.g., current Mongolian passport or ID).
✅ Applicant’s valid passport or identification document (if applicable).

Application Process (2025)

📍 For births in Mongolia: Register the birth at the local Civil Registration Office within 30 days.
📍 For births abroad: Report the birth to a Mongolian embassy or consulate within 1 year, submitting required documents.
📍 Submit documents to the Immigration Agency of Mongolia or embassy/consulate for citizenship registration.
📍 Processing typically takes 1-2 months, depending on document verification.
📍 Upon approval, receive a citizenship certificate and apply for a Mongolian passport or ID card.

Additional Considerations (2025)

📌 Mongolia permits **dual citizenship** with no requirement to renounce foreign nationality (Article 7, Law on Citizenship).
📌 Failure to register a birth abroad within 1 year may complicate citizenship claims but doesn’t automatically revoke eligibility.
📌 More details can be found via the Immigration Agency of Mongolia.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Can I hold dual citizenship with Mongolia?

Yes, Mongolia allows dual citizenship under Article 7 of the Law on Citizenship. You don’t need to renounce your foreign nationality to claim Mongolian citizenship by descent.

What happens if I miss the 1-year birth registration deadline?

Missing the 1-year deadline for registering a birth abroad may delay the process, but it doesn’t automatically disqualify you. You can still apply through the Immigration Agency with an explanation.

Do both parents need to be Mongolian for me to get citizenship?

No, only one parent needs to be a Mongolian citizen at the time of your birth for you to be eligible for citizenship by descent (Article 8).

How long does it take to process Mongolian citizenship by descent in 2025?

Processing typically takes 1-2 months if all documents are submitted correctly, whether through an embassy or the Immigration Agency in Mongolia.

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