- 05.09.2023
Subsidiary protection Naturalization: Can you become German this way?
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.
Subsidiary protection Naturalization: In this video you will learn everything about how Naturalization works with subsidiary protection and what you need to pay attention to. It explains exactly how you should proceed and which points are important.
Everything about subsidiary protection is set out in Section 25 (2) AufenthG. Here you will find all the information about Residence permit and the various points such as family reunification, extension of the residence permit. You can also read here which requirements are crucial for you for Naturalization with this Residence permit .
In this video, we explain how you can find out very quickly in just 3 minutes via a test whether you are able to apply for subsidiary protection with your requirements and your Residence permit . Naturalization to apply. If you meet the conditions, it is important to submit the application quickly.