Spouses or registered same-sex partners of German citizens are eligible for naturalization after three years of legal residence in Germany. They must have been married or in a registered partnership for at least two years at the time of application. The general requirements for naturalization also apply.
How do I become a German citizen by marriage?
German Naturalization by Marriage Another way of getting German citizenship is by marriage. You will however need to apply for naturalization. The only difference is that you are not required to fulfill the residency length as for naturalization.
How long do I have to live in Germany to become a citizen?
German Citizenship Requirements for Naturalization You must have lived in Germany on a residence permit for at least eight years, or. You must have lived in Germany on a residence permit for seven years and attended an integration course (this becomes six years in special integration circumstances)
Can a person with German citizenship claim US citizenship?
As most immigrants from Germany were affected by this automatic loss of German citizenship, it is usually not possible to base a claim to German citizenship on ancestors who immigrated to the United States before 1904.
How does a spouse get a residence permit in Germany?
Spouses arriving in Germany must register their new address at the Einwohnermeldeamt (residents’ registration office) and then apply in person for a temporary residence permit for spouses joining their partners. Once a residence permit has been granted, your spouse is immediately entitled to take up any kind of employment in Germany.
Can a US citizen live and work in Germany?
The United States of America is one of the nations for which the Federal Republic of Germany has special regulations concerning entry visas and residence permits. ALSO SEE: How to Immigrate to Germany – with residence permit categories and guidelines.
Do you need a visa for your spouse to come to Germany?
If you are a citizen of a member state of the EU or EEA but your spouse is not, they must apply for a visa for spouses joining their partners. If your spouse holds a residence permit for another EU state, they do not need a visa to enter Germany (Section 2 (4) of the freedom of movement Act/EU [FreizügG/EU]).
