🇹🇴 Tonga · Citizenship

Discretionary naturalisation after five years of residence

A foreign national who has lived in Tonga for at least five years, is of good character, has sufficient Tongan-language ability and intends to continue living there may apply. Granting the certificate remains subject to the King's absolute discretion.

Timing

Check the official residence-period rule.

Government fee note

Check the official fee schedule.

Eligibility requirements

Detailed settlement conditions are not yet translated for this language. Check the official sources below.

Application and documents

Check the official application processing guidance.

Official sources and verification record

Last verified2026-08-07

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