In 2024, he decided to receive German citizenship 291 thousand 955 people, which, according to the Federal Statistical Office in Wiesbaden, is a historic record. Comparing this data from 2023, you can see an increase of 91 thousand. 860, i.e. 46 percent, which results from the latest report published on June 10, 2025.
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According to officials One of the main causes of the growing number of naturalization is the reform of the regulations introduced last year. It allows a German passport after five years of legal stay, and in special cases – even after three years. The changed regulations also allow the preservation of existing citizenship.
Syrians on the lead
The latest statistics show that The most numerous group among new citizens in 2024 were Syrians – about 28 percent. all casesi.e. 83 thousand 150 people. Turks, Iraqis, Russians and Afghans came in further places.
There is a noticeable huge increase among those from Russia: Just a year earlier, just over 1,000 obtained naturalization. 900 Russians, in last year this number exceeded 12 thousand. 900, which meant increase by several hundred percent.
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Poles in the light of statistics
According to a report, 6,15 Poles received a German passport last year, which is an increase of 775 people compared to the previous period. They are usually about 35 years old and decide on Germany after nearly 14 years of living behind the Oder.
