Guides
Plain-English answers about the test and the road to German citizenship.
The Einbürgerungstest explained
What the German naturalisation test is, how many questions it has, how many you need to pass, how long it takes and what happens after. Updated for 2026.
How to register for the Einbürgerungstest
Step-by-step: find a test centre (usually a Volkshochschule), register, pay the €25 fee, what to bring on test day and how you get your result.
German citizenship requirements in 2026
The current rules for German naturalisation: 5 years of residence, German at B1, the Einbürgerungstest, income, commitments, fees (€255) and dual citizenship. Fast track abolished in 2025.
“Leben in Deutschland” test vs. Einbürgerungstest
Same questions, different purpose. How the LiD test from the integration course and the naturalisation test compare - and when one certificate replaces the other.
A two-week plan to pass the Einbürgerungstest
A simple daily routine for learning all 310 questions in about 20-30 minutes a day, with tips for learning the German wording even if your German is basic.
Frequently asked questions
Short answers to the questions people ask most.