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Update: Attention: The new Naturalization Act comes into force on 27 June 2024!!!

From June 27, 2024, important things will change at Naturalization. The Federal Government's new Naturalization Act will then come into force. Important requirements according to Section 10 StAG will then change for you as an applicant.

The changes in the new law have three particularly important points:

Dual citizenship is permitted: From June 27, 2024, you will no longer have to renounce the citizenship of your home country in order to be naturalized. The exceptions according to § 12 StAG will also no longer be necessary. Dual citizenship is enshrined in law!
The Naturalization after 5 years: The new law reduces the requirement for legal residence in Germany from 8 years to 5 years. From June 27, 2024, you can apply for Naturalization in Germany after 5 years of legal residence!
The Naturalization after 3 years: With special integration achievements: With special integration achievements such as a C1 language certificate and academic achievements, professional achievements and voluntary work, you can be naturalized after 3 years. Previously, this was only possible after 6 years.

In this video you will learn about the 10 requirements for becoming German Naturalization In order to become naturalized, you have to meet many requirements. Which requirements you have to fulfill depends on which legal basis applies to you.

In principle, the requirements for Naturalization according to the Citizenship Act (StAG). If no special regulations apply to you, you will be granted citizenship at the earliest after 8 years according to § 10 StAG if you meet all the requirements.

The requirements include a successful naturalization test, 8 years of legal residence, proof of your identity, your B1 certificate and the Naturalization possible Residence permit. Only with all documents and all conditions fulfilled will your Naturalization be a success in the end!