Naturalisation

Since the 2024 reform, German citizenship requires just 5 years of residency and dual nationality is now permitted. Here are all the requirements for 2025.

The German citizenship test has 33 questions — and all 310 possible questions are public. With the right preparation, most people pass comfortably.

German naturalisation typically takes 1.5 to 2.5 years from start to finish. This realistic timeline helps you plan every phase and speed up the process.

EU citizens in Germany already have many rights — but German citizenship adds full voting rights, legal security, and travel advantages. Here's whether it's worth it.

Step-by-step guide to applying for German citizenship: from checking eligibility to attending the naturalisation ceremony. Everything you need for 2025.

German naturalisation requires B1 language proficiency. This article lists all accepted certificates and explains what to do if you don't have one yet.

German naturalisation costs €255 in official fees, plus additional expenses for certificates, translations, and photos. Here's a full cost breakdown for 2025.

Since 27 June 2024, dual nationality in Germany is permitted for everyone. What the reform of the Nationality Act changes and what it means for foreigners living in Germany.

Applying for German citizenship: requirements after the 2024 reform (5 years instead of 8), dual nationality now permitted, naturalisation test and complete document list.

Naturalisation in Germany is a years-long process with many pitfalls. Sylum provides personalised support from eligibility check to ceremony — in English or German.

A complete naturalisation application prevents months of delays. This checklist covers every document needed — organised by category and situation.