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Countries offering fast-track citizenship through marriage to foreign nationals  

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Some countries offer fast-track citizenship to foreign nationals who marry their citizens, with some processes taking just one or two years.

Marriage can provide a quick route to a new passport and dual citizenship, typically requiring proof of a genuine relationship and sometimes involving specific cultural expectations.

Here’s a guide to five countries where marrying a local could rapidly change your nationality and identity in 2025.

Marrying a Spanish citizen can make it easier and quicker to obtain Spanish citizenship. While you don’t automatically gain citizenship by marriage, it is one of the fastest paths available.

To apply for Spanish citizenship, you must marry a Spanish national and live together in Spain for at least one year. You will need to meet several requirements, including passing the DELE A2 language exam and the CCSE culture exam.

Additionally, you must provide a valid passport, marriage certificate, proof of financial means, and a criminal background check. You also need to show that you’ve been living with your spouse at the same registered address in Spain for the required time.

After meeting the requirements and living in Spain for a year, you can submit your application. The authorities will review your documents and may request additional information. If approved, you’ll be granted Spanish citizenship.

There are two main ways to obtain Argentine citizenship: by birthright (for children of Argentine citizens) or by naturalization. Naturalization requires either living in Argentina for two years, marrying an Argentine citizen, or having an Argentine-born child.

To apply for citizenship by naturalization, you must be over 18 and have lived in Argentina for two years, or be married to an Argentine citizen or a parent of an Argentine-born child. You’ll need several documents, such as your birth and marriage certificates, criminal record certificates, proof of residence, and financial means.

Once your documents are ready, submit them to the court (Juzgado Civil) for processing. After fingerprinting and court approvals, you’ll receive a Carta de Ciudadanía (citizenship approval). From there, you can apply for your DNI (ID card) and passport. This process can take several months, but once complete, Argentine citizenship is permanent.

To obtain Brazilian citizenship through marriage, you must meet the general requirements for ordinary naturalization, not just being married to a Brazilian. While marriage can reduce the time required for naturalization, all necessary steps must still be followed.

Brazilian naturalization takes up to 180 days from the submission of the application, as stated in Decree 9199/2017. This period may be extended if further actions are needed by the Ministry of Justice.

The foreign spouse of an Italian citizen can apply for Italian citizenship after meeting certain requirements and completing an application process. The procedure differs depending on whether the couple resides in Italy or abroad. Below are the key steps, requirements, and documentation for applying for citizenship by marriage.

For further details, consult the Ministry of Interior’s portal and the relevant consulate’s website.

As the spouse of a Mexican citizen, you can apply for temporary residency immediately after providing proof of your marriage and your spouse’s ability to support you financially in Mexico.

After one year, your temporary residency can be renewed for a second year. In the third year, you can apply for permanent residency or Mexican citizenship.

After one year, your temporary residency can be renewed for a second year. In the third year, you can apply for permanent residency or Mexican citizenship.

Processing time: It takes about 4 to 6 months for your application to be processed.

For more information, you can contact the immigration office via email at [email protected]

The spouse of a French citizen can apply for French citizenship through marriage, whether living in France or abroad if they meet the following requirements.

For assistance with obtaining French citizenship or proving your spouse’s French nationality, contact Maître MADRE for help with the French nationality certificate: [email protected]

Becoming a Colombian citizen through marriage is straightforward with the right steps. Here’s an overview of the process:

To apply for a marriage visa, gather documents such as your passport, marriage certificate, your spouse’s ID, and a notarized power of attorney. Submit these through the Cancilleria website, whether applying within Colombia or abroad.

To obtain citizenship, you must pass a test on Colombian history, geography, and constitutional law. Non-native Spanish speakers must demonstrate proficiency in Spanish. Those aged 65 or older, or with a Colombian degree, may be exempt from certain requirements.

Once you acquire Colombian citizenship, you gain:

Becoming a Colombian citizen unlocks the benefits of full legal rights and the ability to travel freely across many countries.

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