What does Einbürgerung mean?
With Einbürgerung (naturalisation), you become a German citizen.
die Einbürgerung · die Einbürgerungen (plural)
For this, you must meet several conditions. For example, you must live here legally for some years, speak good German and usually support yourself.
You usually also have to pass a test about life in Germany.
The rules have changed in recent years. Under German law, you can usually keep your current citizenship today.
The naturalisation office (Einbürgerungsbehörde) of your city or district advises you and takes the application.
Example sentence
Ihr Antrag auf Einbürgerung ist bei uns eingegangen.
Your application for Einbürgerung has reached us.
What you can do
Collect proof of your residence, your German skills and your income early. Processing often takes a long time.
Related words
- Aufenthaltstitel An Aufenthaltstitel (residence permit) allows you to live in Germany. It is often a card, the electronic residence permit.
- Niederlassungserlaubnis The Niederlassungserlaubnis (settlement permit) is a residence permit without an end date. With it, you may live and work in Germany permanently.
- Integrationskurs An Integrationskurs (integration course) is a course in German and in knowledge about life in Germany. The BAMF organises it.
- Antrag With an Antrag (application), you ask an office for something, for example money or a permit.
- Reisepass With the Reisepass (passport), you show who you are and which citizenship you have. You need it for many journeys.