Germany is one of the most economically developed countries in the world, which is known for its extensive social guarantees and care for the population. Not surprisingly, many people would like to obtain her citizenship.
Instructions
Step 1
It is very easy for Jews to obtain German citizenship. It is enough for them to prove their nationality to become the holder of a German passport. Thus, the country compensates for the genocide. Likewise, it will not be difficult to become a German and those who were deprived of their citizenship between 1933 and 1945. Anyone who does not fall under the preferential programs for obtaining German citizenship can be obtained through naturalization. To do this, you need to live in the country for 8 years. You will need the following documents: passports, your birth certificate, as well as certificates of relatives if you have connections with German citizens. If you are married or have children, then you need to provide documents confirming this. In general, you should show as many papers as possible confirming your origin, especially if the acquisition of citizenship is somehow connected with it. Refugees need to be shown documentary evidence of persecution in their home country.
Step 2
If you open a business in Germany and receive citizenship through this, then you need documentary evidence that you have enough funds, that you pay duties and taxes. You will also need all the constituent documents of the company.
Step 3
People who work for hire must show an employment contract, show papers showing that all taxes and duties are paid on time. A characteristic from the employer may also be required.
Step 4
In addition, you will need a certificate stating that you have not been prosecuted and prosecuted by law enforcement agencies. You need the results of exams on knowledge of the German language and passing the test on knowledge of the history of Germany, proof that you have enough funds to live independently on the territory of the state.
Step 5
You should prepare documents proving that you renounced your previous citizenship. It is necessary to demonstrate not only the fact of refusal, but also confirmation from the country of previous citizenship that the withdrawal really took place.
Step 6
If citizenship is obtained through marriage with a German citizen, then you need to prove that you have been in a relationship for at least two years, and have lived in the country for at least three years. The marriage doesn't have to be formal.
Step 7
The documents that are needed to obtain citizenship are submitted to local municipal authorities. As a rule, all the required officials sit in the Town Hall. There you need to apply for the exact list of documents that will be needed in your particular case. Despite the general requirements, in different cases additional papers may be needed, and sometimes you can do without some of them. The cost of obtaining citizenship is 250 euros.
