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Check list of 15 countries where getting citizenship is extremely tough

Becoming a citizen isn’t easy in every country. Some nations have strict residency requirements, language tests, cultural integration rules, or even religious conditions. From Gulf countries like Qatar and the UAE to European nations such as Liechtenstein, Switzerland, and Austria, check the list.

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Edited By: Isha Bhandari @IshaBha94705282
Updated: December 02, 2025 17:58 IST
Qatar -You must live for 25 years, learn Arabic, convert to Islam, give up previous citizenship, and prove financial stability to apply.
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Qatar -You must live for 25 years, learn Arabic, convert to Islam, give up previous citizenship, and prove financial stability to apply.
Citizenship is only for cardinals, diplomats, or church workers; it is granted by status, not application.
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Citizenship is only for cardinals, diplomats, or church workers; it is granted by status, not application.
Liechtenstein – Requires 30 years of residence or five years if married to a citizen, German language skills, and community approval.
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Liechtenstein – Requires 30 years of residence or five years if married to a citizen, German language skills, and community approval.
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Bhutan – You must live for 20 years, renounce previous citizenship, pass Dzongkha language tests, and have good conduct.
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Bhutan – You must live for 20 years, renounce previous citizenship, pass Dzongkha language tests, and have good conduct.
Saudi Arabia – At least 10 years of residency, Arabic proficiency, financial stability, and a clean record are needed to apply.
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Saudi Arabia – At least 10 years of residency, Arabic proficiency, financial stability, and a clean record are needed to apply.
Kuwait – Citizenship requires 20 years of residence, being Muslim, Arabic skills, financial independence, and government approval.
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Kuwait – Citizenship requires 20 years of residence, being Muslim, Arabic skills, financial independence, and government approval.
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Switzerland – Ten years of residency, fluency in a national language, community ties, and a clean background are required.
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Switzerland – Ten years of residency, fluency in a national language, community ties, and a clean background are required.
China – Dual citizenship is not allowed; only those married to Chinese citizens, of Chinese descent, or working in strategic sectors may apply.
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China – Dual citizenship is not allowed; only those married to Chinese citizens, of Chinese descent, or working in strategic sectors may apply.
North Korea – Citizenship is almost impossible for foreigners, it is mainly by birth or descent, with strict government control.
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North Korea – Citizenship is almost impossible for foreigners, it is mainly by birth or descent, with strict government control.
Japan – Five years of residence, Japanese language skills, clean record, and renunciation of previous citizenship are necessary.
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Japan – Five years of residence, Japanese language skills, clean record, and renunciation of previous citizenship are necessary.
United Arab Emirates – You must live for 30 years, integrate socially, pass Arabic tests, and may qualify only through investment or special contribution.
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United Arab Emirates – You must live for 30 years, integrate socially, pass Arabic tests, and may qualify only through investment or special contribution.
San Marino – Requires 30 years of residence, Italian proficiency, clean record, financial independence, and no dual citizenship.
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San Marino – Requires 30 years of residence, Italian proficiency, clean record, financial independence, and no dual citizenship.
Austria – Ten years of residence, German language proficiency, integration tests, clean record, and renouncing previous citizenship are required.
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Austria – Ten years of residence, German language proficiency, integration tests, clean record, and renouncing previous citizenship are required.
Monaco – Ten years of residency, high financial resources, French proficiency, background checks, and giving up other citizenships.
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Monaco – Ten years of residency, high financial resources, French proficiency, background checks, and giving up other citizenships.
Finland – Eight years of legal residence (reducing to five in 2025), language and integration tests, and proof of financial support are mandatory.
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Finland – Eight years of legal residence (reducing to five in 2025), language and integration tests, and proof of financial support are mandatory.
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