Apply for naturalization in Höchstädt an der Donau
Apply for naturalization in Höchstädt an der Donau is handled by Einbürgerungsbehörde Landkreis Dillingen an der Donau (zuständig für Höchstädt an der Donau); in the region it currently takes about approx. 9 months.
Quick answer
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Documents you need
Passport · Certificate of Completion of the Naturalization Test · Language Certificate B1 · Proof of income
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Costs
100–110 € Aufenthaltstitel, sonst kostenlos
Processing time
approx. 9 months in Höchstädt an der Donau
In Höchstädt an der Donau we expect around approx. 9 months processing time – based on reports from the region, not on official figures.
Official: max. approx. 12 months
How to proceed
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Check the requirements
Length of stay, language proficiency, living expenses, criminal record.
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Take the naturalization test
33 questions on politics, society, and law; 17 correct answers required.
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Submit an application to the naturalization office
With a passport, residence permit, language certificate, and proof of income.
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Receive a certificate of naturalization
Once approval has been granted, the certificate will be presented in a ceremony.
Required documents
- PassportMandatory
- Certificate of Completion of the Naturalization TestMandatoryOften forgotten
- Language Certificate B1MandatoryOften forgotten
- Proof of incomeMandatoryOften forgotten
The essentials before applying
Who is eligible?
Individuals who have generally resided legally in the country for at least 5 years (or 3 years in cases of exceptional integration), have a secure source of income, sufficient knowledge of German, and have passed the naturalization test.
Income limit
Success rate
approx. 92.0 % (estimate)
Most common mistakes
- •Has not yet taken the naturalization test
- •Gaps in the resume/proof of residence
- •Identity verification is incomplete when passport documents are missing
Common reasons for rejection
- •Livelihood not guaranteed without a basic income
- •Language proficiency (usually B1) not demonstrated
- •Criminality
Alternatives
- Check related services in the application assistant
- Use social counselling before applying
If rejected
File a written objection within 30 days – with reasons why the decision is wrong and any missing evidence.
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Is multiple citizenship permitted?▼
Since the 2024 reform, it has generally been possible to retain one's previous nationality.
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