- 06.09.2023
Do you receive the Naturalization with § 16a?
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 explains how and whether you can obtain Naturalization with § 16a. You will get answers to the question of what step you need to take next if you are in possession of this residence permit and what other requirements you need to fulfill to apply for German citizenship.
With the § 16a AufenthG you came to Germany at some point with a student visa and you are now studying successfully in Germany. Section 16a AufenthG is blocked for Naturalization in accordance with the provision in section 10 StAG para. 1 no. 2. It is important for you to finish and successfully complete your studies in your field of study.
After graduating, you will usually fall under § 18b AufenthG and if you meet the requirements, you will receive a blue card. It is now possible to apply for Settlement permit and then apply for naturalization. However, you can also apply directly for Naturalization apply directly.
