- 06.09.2023
Do you get the Naturalization with § 21?
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.
This video is all about Naturalization with Section 21. We will show you how Naturalization works for you with this Residence permit . You will learn the most important information you need to consider when applying for Naturalization with this Residence permit and the next steps you should take to obtain Naturalization as quickly as possible.
With the Residence permit § 21 AufenthG the Naturalization is generally possible. § Section 21 AufenthG means that you are self-employed and own your own business or store. The biggest challenge for you: Providing proof of your livelihood is more complicated than for an employee who is not self-employed. The key question is whether you have money from the Jobcenter and how long you have been self-employed.
In addition to proof of livelihood, you must also fulfill other requirements for the Naturalization naturalization. These include clarification of your identity, at least 8 years of legal residence in Germany or a passed naturalization test. If you have all the requirements and have completed the application form for Naturalization , then you have a good chance of a successful Naturalization.
