Eligibility Quiz
Do you have a clean criminal record without any serious offenses?
Documents Required
To apply, you must gather a comprehensive dossier of your life and finances in Germany. All foreign-language documents must be accompanied by a certified German translation.
Identity and Status
- Valid Passport: Along with your current residence permit.
- Biometric Photo: A recent photo meeting German visa standards.
Financial and Employment Proof
- Employment Contract: Your current, active contract.
- Salary Slips: Usually the last 6 months of pay stubs.
- Employer Certificate: A Arbeitgeberbescheinigung issued within the last 14 days confirming you are still employed and not under notice of termination.
- Pension Information: An official Rentenauskunft statement from the Deutsche Rentenversicherung.
- Tax Documents (for Self-Employed): An audit report (Prüfungsbericht) from a tax consultant and your most recent tax assessment.
Integration and Housing
- Language Certificate: An official B1 certificate from an accredited provider (e.g., Goethe-Institut, telc, or TestDaF).
- Test Results: Your certificate for the "Living in Germany" or "Naturalization Test."
- Rental Agreement: Your current lease.
- Landlord Confirmation: A Wohnraumbescheinigung signed by your landlord confirming the size and cost of your home.
- Health Insurance: Proof of current statutory or private health insurance coverage.