India: Naturalization Period Increases to Five Years
What this means for you
For those planning to move to India permanently, the path to citizenship will now take significantly longer, requiring five years of residency before an application can be made.
Before
1
Now
5
Flootloop data indicates a significant change in India’s naturalization requirements. The minimum residency period required before applying for citizenship has increased from 1 year to 5 years, marking a 400% increase.
This extended duration directly impacts the timeline for individuals planning a long-term relocation to India, as it lengthens the path to achieving Indian citizenship.
Source
ociservices.gov.in ↗