How to Obtain

German Citizenship

By  Naturalization

Unveiling the Secret and Some Interesting Statistic

Understanding German Citizenship

1. By Birth

By Descent

By Marriage

By Naturalization

Germany requires applicants to renounce their previous nationality before acquiring German Citizenship

German Birthright Citizenship

Right of Blood (Jus Sanguinis)

Right of Soil (Jus Soli)

A child born in Germany may gain Citizenship

German Citizenship by Descent

German Citizenship by descent through a grandparent or Jewish ancestry. Explore eligibility, application steps, and key legal insight

Open Hands

German Citizenship Through Marriage

Marrying a German citizen opens the door to potential naturalization, but the journey is far from instantaneous. 

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