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If you live in the state of Hessen and have applied (or are planning to apply) for German citizenship in Kassel, the processing time is one of the most critical factors. Based on our community database, we currently have 4 real-world applications submitted for Kassel. The latest data indicates that the average processing time here is approximately 383 days.
Applying for naturalization (Einbürgerung) in Kassel involves gathering the right documents, taking the citizenship test (Einbürgerungstest), and proving your language proficiency. Because wait times can vary significantly based on your specific case and the current workload at the Kassel immigration office (Ausländerbehörde), comparing real timelines from other applicants is the best way to estimate your own waiting period. Our database is constantly updated with new submissions from people just like you who are navigating the German citizenship process in Kassel.
Latest city-specific submissions from the community. Dates are shown as month and year.
I changed my city from Kassel to Melsungen
Only one letter received after 9 months that documents are transferred to Regierung Präsidium
Received their letter on 13 Jan that now it is pending for final decision which can take up to 18 months.
They share additional forms with main form and ask questions from there during interview. Mostly on Right/Left wing ideology, what happened during world war 2 and some questions on German Democracy & election process.
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