German President's approval brings dual citizenship law into effect starting June.

German President's approval brings dual citizenship law into effect starting June.

German President Frank-Walter Steinmeier has officially approved the new dual citizenship legislation in Germany, signaling its impending enactment within the next three months.

Steinmeier's endorsement marks a crucial milestone in the legislative process, following the Bundestag's passage of the significant law in January. Notably, the law grants non-EU citizens holding a German residence permit the opportunity to become naturalized citizens after five years, or three years in certain exceptional cases, without forfeiting their original citizenship.

Typically, after parliamentary approval, a law requires the president's signature to take effect, a process that usually takes about two weeks. However, in this instance, the signing was delayed, extending to seven weeks. According to the Bundesgesetzblatt (Federal Law Gazette), the bill was officially signed by President Steinmeier, Chancellor Olaf Scholz, and senior ministers on March 22, 2024.

Regarding the implementation timeline of the dual citizenship law, since the German government's announcement of its commitment to dual citizenship in its coalition agreement, the law has undergone significant scrutiny and experienced delays in various legislative stages.

Following Steinmeier's endorsement, attention turns to the adjustment of the legislative timeline. Foreign residents awaiting clarity on their citizenship status post-application must wait for the law to come into effect. While laws typically take effect 14 days after presidential approval, the complexity of the new citizenship law necessitates administrative adjustments, prolonging the process. Although no specific date has been set, authorities have allocated a three-month preparation period, suggesting an anticipated commencement around June 22, 2024.

Despite the forthcoming implementation, individuals should be mindful of potentially lengthy processing times for citizenship applications, particularly in certain German cities. Ensuring eligibility and completing all application requirements thoroughly remain crucial steps to expedite the process and obtain citizenship sooner.

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