To become a naturalised German citizen, most applicants must sit for a citizenship exam; however, specific groups are exempt. Those automatically qualifying by descent, individuals under 16, and older members of the guest worker generation are free from this requirement. Alternatives exist for demonstrating language proficiency, such as obtaining a degree from a German university. The German citizenship law requires proof of knowledge about the legal and social systems rather than mandating a formal citizenship test for all applicants.
Naturalisation as a German citizen typically requires a citizenship exam, but certain groups can bypass this requirement under specific conditions. These groups include German citizens by descent, older members of the guest worker generation, and minors under 16.
While passing the B1 German test is standard, alternatives exist for demonstrating language proficiency, such as degrees from German universities or studying German as a medium of instruction.
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