Reasons and effects
In recent years, more and more people have applied for naturalization in the Lake Constance district. In 2020 there were 390 applications, in 2023 already 762. The authority has tried to hire more staff, but this is not enough. There are currently around 2,000 applications that still need to be processed. The closure is intended to help reduce this backlog of applications and improve the authority's work.
Tip for naturalization applicants
An important tip for anyone who would like to apply for German citizenship: You can submit your naturalization application at any time! If the authorities do not accept or process your application, you can legally challenge this. It is a good idea to submit your application in writing and have the receipt confirmed. If you wait longer than three months for a response, you can also consider Lawsuit for failure of act . Don't be discouraged - your journey to Naturalization can continue despite these difficulties!
