Berlin Naturalization: Quick-Check for Older Applications Introduced
What this means for you
For individuals seeking German citizenship in Berlin who applied long ago, this offers a potential path to expedite their process, though it involves a new fee and requires updating most supporting documents.
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Applicants for naturalization in Berlin who submitted applications months or years ago can utilize a 'Quick-Check' to potentially re-submit digitally, which would incur a new fee. While most documents must not be older than 6 months, the naturalization test, 'Life in Germany' test, and language certificates are exempt from this rule.
Applicants for naturalization in Berlin who submitted applications months or years ago can now utilize a ‘Quick-Check’ service. This option allows for potential digital re-submission of their application, a process which would incur a new fee.
A key requirement for this re-submission is that most supporting documents must not be older than six months. However, specific exemptions apply to this rule, including the naturalization test, the ‘Life in Germany’ test, and language certificates, which are not subject to the six-month age limit.