Naturalization without B1 language test
In various cases, Naturalization is possible without a B1 language test. In some of them, you can prove your language skills without a certificate, in others there are exceptions to the language skills for Naturalization , which means that you do not have to provide any proof of language skills at all. Read on to find out whether you fall into one of these categories.
If you are unable to demonstrate language level B1 due to a disability, illness or old age, oral language skills are sufficient. This includes restrictions that make it impossible for you to speak or write.
Medical certificates are required here as proof of illness - the more certificates you can produce, the more likely it is that you will be granted relief. Naturalization from the age of 65 also offers further relief.
Even if you have to care for relatives and therefore cannot attend the language course in the long term, you do not have to take a language test and are exempt from this requirement for Naturalization. Proof is also required for this hardship regulation.
Guest and contract workers
If you belong to the guest and contract worker generation, you can obtain exceptional naturalization without a language certificate. Spouses of guest and contract workers are also exempt from the language requirement. It is sufficient if you can prove your oral knowledge of German, for which you do not have to take a test. You are also exempt from the naturalization test.
Contract and guest workers are people who were recruited by Germany, particularly in the 1950s and 1960s, in order to reduce the labor shortage at the time.
Minors
Applicants for Naturalization who are under 16 years of age are not required to provide proof of language proficiency:
- For children under 16, school reports are sufficient proof of language skills,
- children under the age of 6 must have language development appropriate to their age. Proof of this is issued by the daycare center or the doctor.
German educational qualification
If you have attended a German-speaking school, you do not need a B1 language certificate, as this requirement is automatically proven. You must have completed the school subject German with a grade 4 and fulfill one of the following requirements:
- Secondary school certificate or equivalent (at least 4 years of school attendance with promotion to the next higher grade)
- Transfer to the 10th grade
- Admission authorization and enrollment at a German-speaking university
- University degree
- Completed vocational training
Migrando will be happy to help you with Naturalization without a language test!
Anyone who is unable to provide proof of B1 language proficiency for certain reasons still has a chance of obtaining German citizenship. Whether hardship regulations, educational qualifications or long-term residence - the options are many and varied. To ensure that your application is successful, the experts at Migrando will support you with competent advice and individual assistance.
FAQ - Frequently asked questions about Naturalization without a language test
Can you be naturalized without knowing German?
No, Naturalization is not possible without any knowledge of German. Normally, sufficient language skills (B1) are required. However, there are some exceptions for which oral knowledge is sufficient. These include various cases of hardship, older and underage persons as well as guest and contract workers.
What knowledge of German is required for Naturalization?
German language skills at B1 level are normally required. This means that you should be able to understand simple texts and converse well in everyday situations.
How can I prove my language level?
You can prove your B1 language level for Naturalization with a certificate. You can obtain this certificate by taking a recognized language test. If you are one of the exceptions to the language requirements for Naturalization , you will need an education certificate, a medical certificate or, if you are a contract or guest worker, proof of pension or employment, depending on the exception.
