🇩🇪 📝 How to Apply for German Citizenship?
The application for German citizenship can be made after obtaining permanent residency and living in Germany for eight years. Before applying for German citizenship, you must first have a residence permit and complete the required duration of stay. Additionally, there are specific requirements and documents needed to apply for German citizenship.
📑 Required Documents for German Citizenship
The documents required for applying for German citizenship may vary based on the applicant's personal situation and the state they are applying to. However, the general documents required are as follows:
Application form (Antrag auf Einbürgerung)
The applicant must go to the local Citizenship Office to obtain and fill out the application form. Any individual over 16 years old must apply in person. Applications for individuals under 16 must be completed by their parents.
Birth certificate
A legal document proving the applicant's birth.
Last 3 months of pay slips and photocopy
If the applicant is employed, the last 3 months of pay slips must be submitted. If not employed, a document showing unemployment benefits or assistance is required.
Passport no older than 10 years, with at least two blank pages
The original passport and photocopies of the processed pages are required.
Marriage certificate and photocopy
The marriage certificate and photocopies of the relevant pages. If divorced, a court decree and its German translation are required.
Proof of German language proficiency
A certificate proving at least B1-level German language proficiency is required.
If applicable, children's school reports
If the applicant has children, their school reports may be required.
📝 Application Process
The application process for German citizenship includes the following steps:
Completing the application form and gathering the required documents
The applicant must personally go to the Citizenship Office to collect and fill out the required application form. All documents must be prepared before applying.
Language proficiency test and citizenship exam
The applicant must provide proof of sufficient German language skills and pass the citizenship test, which demonstrates knowledge of German law and society.
Evaluation of the citizenship application
The application will be reviewed by the relevant authorities, and the result will be communicated to the applicant.