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Naturalization in Dresden

Apply for German citizenship

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Step 1

Check requirements

Before applying, you must ensure you meet all requirements. The main ones: residence, language, livelihood.

⚠️Since June 2024: 5 years residence (standard) or 3 years with special integration achievements (C1 + work/volunteering).
⏰ Check before applying💰 0 € (nur Prüfung)
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  • 5 years legal residence (since June 2024)
  • With special integration achievements: possible after 3 years (C1 German + work/volunteering)
  • German skills: at least B1
  • Own livelihood without social benefits
  • No criminal record
  • Dual citizenship allowed since 2024!
Info on naturalization Dresden↗
Step 2

Fill out and submit questionnaire

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Frist: Before application · IMPORTANT: No appointment without questionnaire! Current waiting time in Dresden: over 2.5 years.

In Dresden you must FIRST fill out a questionnaire and send it to the citizenship authority. This replaces the initial consultation.

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  • Download questionnaire from Dresden website
  • Separate questionnaire for each person 16+
  • Send by email to: einbuergerung@dresden.de
  • Hotline: 0351-4886046
  • After review you receive application documents or consultation appointment
  • Do not send informal application by post!
Download Dresden questionnaire↗
Step 3

Take naturalization test

The test has 33 questions about Germany, politics and history. You need at least 17 correct answers to pass.

⚠️The test is required. But don't worry: 98% pass on first try if they practice online beforehand.
⏰ Before naturalization application💰 25 €

📄 Required Documents

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  • Practice all 310 questions online (free at BAMF)
  • 33 questions in test (30 nationwide + 3 about Saxony)
  • 60 minutes time
  • Test can be repeated unlimited times
  • Certificate is valid indefinitely
  • Take test at VHS Dresden or Die Sprachwerkstatt Dresden
Register for test at VHS Dresden↗Practice naturalization test online ↗
Step 4If you don't have a B1 certificate yet

Get B1 language certificate

You need an official B1 certificate for German. Accepted are telc, Goethe-Institut or DTZ (integration course).

⚠️B2 level not mandatory for naturalization, but helpful for application and career.
⏰ Before naturalization application💰 150 - 250 € (Prüfung)

📄 Required Documents

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  • DTZ from integration course is recognized
  • German school certificate (min. 9th grade) may also suffice
  • VHS Dresden: Annenstraße 10, 01067 Dresden
  • With C1 + work/volunteering: naturalization possible after just 3 years!
German course at VHS Dresden↗
Step 5

Submit naturalization application

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Frist: When all requirements are met · Current waiting time: over 2.5 years! Cases from May 2023 are currently being processed. Since 2024 dual citizenship is allowed!

After the questionnaire review you will be invited to a personal appointment. The application can ONLY be submitted in person at the Dresden citizenship authority.

📄 Required Documents

💡 Tips
  • Citizenship authority Dresden: Theaterstraße 15, 01067 Dresden
  • Email: einbuergerung@dresden.de
  • Hotline: 0351-4886046
  • Processing time: currently over 2.5 years
  • Since 2024: Dual citizenship allowed!
  • Bring all documents as copy + original
  • Foreign documents: certified translation required
Apply for naturalization in Dresden↗

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

How long do I have time?
Vor Antragstellung prüfen
What does it cost?
0 € (nur Prüfung), 0 €, 25 €, 150 - 250 € (Prüfung), 255 € (Erwachsene) / 51 € (Kinder)
What happens if I miss the deadline?
Seit Juni 2024: 5 Jahre Aufenthalt (Standard) oder frühestens 5 Jahre).

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