Naturalisation

Foreign nationals can acquire German citizenship through naturalisation. Upon naturalisation, they become citizens of the Federal Republic of Germany with equal rights – and all the associated rights and obligations.

The Act on the Modernisation of Nationality Law came into force on 27 June 2024. Information on the changes can be found on the websites of the Federal Government and the State Government of North Rhine-Westphalia.

Important information on submitting applications

The application for naturalisation must be submitted in person to the town or local authority responsible for your place of residence. For people resident in Beckum, the Beckum Registry Office is responsible.

To arrange a consultation or submit an application, please contact us by telephone or by email to arrange an appointment.

Office hours

• Monday: 9.00 am to 11.30 am
• Tuesday: 9.00 am to 11.30 am and 2.00 pm to 3.30 pm

(!) Before you book an appointment, however, please use the Quick Check to check whether you meet the requirements for naturalisation.

 

The naturalisation process

1. Consultation

Before you submit your application, you will first have a face-to-face consultation. During this, you will receive:

• the application form,
• Information on the documents required,
• Information on the next steps.

2. Application

At a second appointment, you will submit the completed application form and all the necessary documents. Your application for naturalisation will then be assessed and processed by the Warendorf District Citizenship Authority.

If you have any queries regarding the status of your application, please contact only the Citizenship Authority of the Warendorf district.