Applying for citizenship
Those who have lived in Germany for a long time but are not citizens can apply for citizenship. How to apply for German citizenship?
Foreigners under 16 have the right to independently submit such an application. However, younger foreigners must submit their applications to their legal representatives, usually parents.
The city or district office, the county office, or the office for foreigners knows which Office of Citizenship Affairs is responsible.
As a rule, a fee of 255 € is paid per person.
For young children without their source of income, who are admitted to citizenship together with their parents, 51 € are paid.
If minors are admitted to citizenship without their parents, a standard fee of 255 € is paid. It is possible to avoid paying the duty, for example, on grounds of fairness, or you can demand payment of a lesser duty or not pay at all. Applicants with a small source of income or if several children are acquiring citizenship can negotiate with the Citizenship Office to reduce the fee or pay in installments.
If your citizenship request is approved, you must renounce your previous citizenship.