- Language level required:
- Location: Tallinna Rahvaülikooli Vanalinna maja, Vene tn 6
- Time: 27.09.2026 kell 12:00 - 14:30
- Format: Citizen Academy
- Organizer: MTÜ Ida-Viru Noorteakadeemia
Path to Estonian Citizenship: Steps, Requirements and Personal Experience
What does it take to become an Estonian citizen? What requirements must be met, where should you apply, and what challenges might you encounter along the way?
On Sunday, 27 September, at 12:00, the first meeting of the Kodanikuakadeemia civic education programme will take place in Tallinn. We will discuss obtaining Estonian citizenship with experts and with someone who has recently gone through the process themselves.
The discussion will feature:
🔹 Ekaterina Gvozdeva, a representative of the Integration Foundation, who will explain what information, consultations and support are available when preparing to apply for citizenship;
🔹 a representative of the Police and Border Guard Board, who will explain the legal requirements and procedure for obtaining Estonian citizenship;
🔹 Peeter, who recently became an Estonian citizen, who will share his personal experience: how he made the decision, prepared for the process and completed the necessary steps.
The meeting will consist of short presentations, an open discussion and a Q&A session. Participants will also receive practical information about the main steps involved in obtaining citizenship.
The meeting is intended for adult residents who have been legally residing in Estonia for more than five years, whose native language is not Estonian, and who are considering applying for Estonian citizenship or would like to better understand their rights and opportunities.
📅 Sunday, 27 September 2026
🕛 Starting at 12:00
📍 Tallinna Rahvaülikooli Vanalinna maja
The meeting will be held in Estonian, Russian, or both languages, depending on the participants’ needs. Coffee, tea and snacks will be provided.
Places are limited. Advance registration is required.
Additional information:
https://www.integratsioon.ee/kodanikuakadeemia
The meeting will launch the first module of the Kodanikuakadeemia programme — “Being a Citizen.” The programme is organised by Ida-Viru Noorteakadeemia with the support of the Integration Foundation.
This activity is funded under project No. 2021-2027.4.07.23-0006, “Activities to Support the Teaching of Estonian and Civic Education,” implemented with financial support from the European Social Fund Plus (ESF+).
Registration: https://iseteenindus.integratsioon.ee/service/view/17974?lang=en
NB! You can register for the events through the Integration Foundation's self-service, which you can enter using an ID card, Mobile-ID or Smart-ID. Please see the user guide:https://integratsioon.ee/iseteenindus