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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.

This video deals with the Naturalization with §22. We explain how and whether the Naturalization works with this Residence permit . You will learn the most important things you need to consider when applying for Naturalization with this Residence permit and which step you should take next to obtain Naturalization in the fastest way possible.

The following serves as a guide for you § 22 AufenthG. This contains everything you need to know about your Residence permit and what options and opportunities you have with this title. With Residence permit § 22 AufenthG, you will first need to change your residence permit. Why does it make sense to change your Residence permit ? You cannot apply for Naturalization under Section 22 AufenthG. Accordingly, it is necessary to change to a Residence permit with which the Naturalization is feasible.

Irrespective of this, it is a good idea for you to provide proof of all other requirements for Naturalization at the same time, or to meet the requirements yourself. The requirements for Naturalization include a B1 language certificate, proof of livelihood or clarification of identity.