🇩🇪 Germany · Naturalisation
Naturalisation as German Citizen (5-year general track, 2024 reform) — requirements, costs & how to apply
Who is eligible
| Minimum monthly income | €255 |
| Minimum annual salary | €255 |
| Work experience | 5+ years |
| Language level | B1 |
| Age range | 18–50 |
Costs
| Application / consular fee | €255 |
Duration & renewal
Citizenship possible after 5 years.
Who can apply
Open to all nationalities.
How to apply
- Confirm you meet the eligibility above.
- Gather documents and apply via the official portal: https://www.make-it-in-germany.com/en/visa-residence/living-permanently/naturalisation.
Frequently asked
How much income do I need?
You must show €255.
Sources & verification
Every figure on this page is taken from an official government source and dated. Nothing is inferred.
Minimum monthly income
https://www.make-it-in-germany.com/en/visa-residence/living-permanently/naturalisation · verified 2026-06-08
Minimum annual salary
https://www.make-it-in-germany.com/en/visa-residence/living-permanently/naturalisation · verified 2026-06-08
Work experience
https://www.make-it-in-germany.com/en/visa-residence/living-permanently/naturalisation · verified 2026-06-08
Language level
https://www.make-it-in-germany.com/en/visa-residence/living-permanently/naturalisation · verified 2026-06-08
Age range
https://www.make-it-in-germany.com/en/visa-residence/living-permanently/naturalisation · verified 2026-06-08
Application fee
https://www.make-it-in-germany.com/en/visa-residence/living-permanently/naturalisation · verified 2026-06-08
Years to citizenship
https://www.make-it-in-germany.com/en/visa-residence/living-permanently/naturalisation · verified 2026-06-08
Open to all nationalities
https://www.make-it-in-germany.com/en/visa-residence/living-permanently/naturalisation · verified 2026-06-08
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Informational only, not legal or immigration advice. Requirements change — always confirm on the official government source linked above before applying. Last verified 2026-06-08.