Citizenship check for children born in Germany

Overview

Use this when your child is born in Germany. If one parent has lived legally in Germany for five years, the child may acquire German citizenship at birth.

Timing to be aware of

At child birth

Reference only — your timing may differ. Confirm with the relevant office.

What you'll need

• family_status
• Years in Germany

Common questions

Questions people often look up at this stage. Answers are general — confirm with the relevant office or a qualified professional.

• How long do I actually have to live in Germany before I can become a citizen?
• Do I have to give up my original passport to become German?
• How much parental allowance will I get and how is it calculated?

Related events

• Register child in Familienversicherung
  Critical
  14 days after child birth
• Notify employer of Elternzeit
  Critical
  7 weeks before child birth
• Apply for Elterngeld
  Critical
  3 months after child birth
• Confirm maternity health insurance benefits (Mutterschaftsgeld)
  High
  6 weeks before child birth
• Review child vaccination schedule (STIKO)
  High
  From child birth onward