The reasons your German citizenship application might be rejectedAttaining German citizenship requires integration proof, including language proficiency and understanding of society, despite recent relaxations in rules.
Which German cities have the longest waiting times for citizenship?Stuttgart struggles with a citizenship application backlog and long wait times, while Dortmund processes applications more efficiently.
The reasons your German citizenship application might be rejectedAttaining German citizenship requires integration proof, including language proficiency and understanding of society, despite recent relaxations in rules.
Which German cities have the longest waiting times for citizenship?Stuttgart struggles with a citizenship application backlog and long wait times, while Dortmund processes applications more efficiently.
German director Andrei Nekrasov detained in Russia DW 09/05/2024Andrei Nekrasov, a filmmaker, was arrested by FSB in Russia while filming, fearing extended detention under alleged illegal work regulations.
Germany records highest number of naturalizations since 2000 DW 05/28/2024Around 200,100 people were naturalized as German citizens in 2023, the highest number in a single year since the turn of the millennium.
Germany's citizenship reform takes effect DW 06/25/2024Germany allows multiple citizenship and eases naturalization process.
Inside Germany: Grundgesetz, citizenship language requirements and vomit toiletsFor German citizenship, a B1 level language proficiency is required, allowing individuals to handle daily tasks independently.
Germany's citizenship reform takes effect DW 06/25/2024Germany allows multiple citizenship and eases naturalization process.
Inside Germany: Grundgesetz, citizenship language requirements and vomit toiletsFor German citizenship, a B1 level language proficiency is required, allowing individuals to handle daily tasks independently.
Language and citizenship tests: 7 essential articles for German naturalisationForeign residents in Germany can apply for citizenship after five years instead of eight, allowing multiple nationalities. Language requirements will be adjusted with new citizenship rules.
How good does your German have to be for the different paths to citizenship?Applicants for German citizenship need to pass a B1 language test, showing they can handle daily life situations and basic conversations.
Language and citizenship tests: 7 essential articles for German naturalisationForeign residents in Germany can apply for citizenship after five years instead of eight, allowing multiple nationalities. Language requirements will be adjusted with new citizenship rules.
How good does your German have to be for the different paths to citizenship?Applicants for German citizenship need to pass a B1 language test, showing they can handle daily life situations and basic conversations.
Can I get German citizenship and immediately move abroad?European Union citizenship offers freedom of movement for Germans to live and work in other member countries without applying for visas or work permits.
Requirements, costs and permits: 6 essential articles for German citizenshipGerman citizenship rules changing on June 27th, 2024