BAMF explains the Einbürgerungstest: 33 questions (30 general, 3 about your Bundesland), 60 minutes, at least 17 correct answers to pass. You register through your local Einbürgerungsbehörde (naturalisation authority); the test costs €25 and you bring a valid photo ID. People with a German school leaving certificate are exempt. The page links to the online test centre, the full catalogue and the sample form. Free, in German. This is an external link; the publisher's terms of use apply.
PreparationStudy materialsBAMF · The citizenship test (Einbürgerungstest)
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BAMF · The citizenship test (Einbürgerungstest)
Official BAMF page: who takes the test, format (33 questions, 60 minutes, 17 correct to pass), €25 fee and registration via the naturalisation authority.
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