Germany to introduce informational website on new citizenship law

Germany to introduce informational website on new citizenship law

The coalition government has announced the launch of a new online information platform and advertising campaign detailing the process for applying for German citizenship.

German Government to Launch New Citizenship Information Platform

According to the tabloid newspaper Bild, the German government will introduce an advertising campaign and an online information website outlining the requirements and procedures for applying for German citizenship.

A letter from MP Reem Alabali-Radovan (SPD), confirmed by the Interior Ministry and seen by Bild, indicates that the platform will provide information in both German and English about the naturalisation process.

The website and campaign will debut on June 27, coinciding with the official implementation of Germany’s new dual citizenship law, signed into law by President Frank-Walter Steinmeier in March.

The new law includes provisions allowing non-EU citizens with a German residence permit to naturalise after five years, or three years in special cases, without renouncing their original citizenship.

With immigration offices already overwhelmed by applications and staff shortages, the implementation of the new law is expected to result in around 80,000 citizenship applications within the first year. The government hopes the information website, with its explainer videos and guides, will simplify application steps and reduce processing times by minimizing errors in submitted documents.

German Government to Launch Citizenship Info Channels on Social Media

In addition to the new website, the government plans to establish official social media accounts sharing personal stories about the application process and successful naturalisation experiences. These accounts will serve as part of the advertising campaign to encourage residents to apply for citizenship.

Previously, citizenship applicants in Germany have relied on unofficial channels, such as Facebook groups and forums, to share their experiences with the application process.

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