German citizenship test FAQ: format, cost and questions

Question 1

How many questions are in the citizenship test?

Accepted Answer

The test paper contains 33 questions: 30 general questions and three about the federal state of your primary residence.

Question 2

How many correct answers do I need?

Accepted Answer

You pass the citizenship test with at least 17 correct answers out of 33. General and state-specific questions count together.

Question 3

How much time do I have?

Accepted Answer

You have 60 minutes for the citizenship test. You may use the remaining time to check unanswered or uncertain questions.

Question 4

How is the question catalogue structured?

Accepted Answer

A total of 310 catalogue questions are relevant to you: 300 general questions and ten for your federal state. A 33-question paper is assembled from this material for the test.

Question 5

Where do I register for the citizenship test?

Accepted Answer

Register with an authorised examination body or test centre. Confirm dates, deadlines and documents directly with that body; the study platform cannot register you for the test.

Question 6

How much does the official citizenship test cost?

Accepted Answer

According to BAMF information, the participation fee is €25. It is separate from any study plan and is charged in connection with official registration.

Question 7

What photo ID do I need on test day?

Accepted Answer

Bring a valid official photo identification document and any paperwork requested by your test centre. Check the centre’s exact requirements before your appointment.

Question 8

Can I retake the test if I do not pass?

Accepted Answer

Yes. You can retake the citizenship test. You must register again, and the official participation fee is charged again.

Question 9

When and how will I receive my result?

Accepted Answer

After the official assessment, you receive a certificate showing your result. Processing and delivery times can vary; contact your test centre or BAMF if you have been waiting for an unusually long time.

Question 10

Which federal state applies to my test?

Accepted Answer

The federal state of your registered primary residence applies. Use this information for official registration and when preparing.

Question 11

How many state questions should I study?

Accepted Answer

The published catalogue contains ten state-specific questions for each federal state. You study the pool of ten for your own state.

Question 12

What is the difference between ten and three state questions?

Accepted Answer

Ten is the number in your state’s catalogue pool. Three of those are selected for your individual 33-question test paper.

Question 13

What should I do if I move before the test?

Accepted Answer

Tell your test centre about the change of residence in good time and ask which state-question pool applies to your appointment.

Question 14

Is EinbürgerungsAkademie an official BAMF website?

Accepted Answer

No. EinbürgerungsAkademie is an independent study service and is not part of BAMF or any other authority.

Question 15

Are the mock tests original examination papers?

Accepted Answer

No. The simulations follow the published format of 33 questions in 60 minutes, but they are not original examination papers.

Question 16

Do the test questions remain in German?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Questions and answer options remain in German. English explanations can support understanding but do not replace the German wording used in the test.

Question 17

Which devices can I use to study?

Accepted Answer

The web-based study platform works in a current browser on smartphones, tablets and desktop computers.

Question 18

How should I combine the study modes?

Accepted Answer

Start by assessing your level, study by topic, revisit mistakes deliberately and then check your progress in complete simulations.

Question 19

Are study-plan prices and the official test fee the same?

Accepted Answer

No. A study plan covers only use of the platform. The official €25 participation fee is paid separately as part of test registration.

Question 20

Can I study for free?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Free access provides the basic features described on the pricing page. The additional study and analysis features are included in the time-limited options shown there.

Question 21

Do I need an account?

Accepted Answer

You need an account for saved progress, a personal federal-state profile and account-based features. Public information pages remain available without signing in.

Question 22

How is my data handled?

Accepted Answer

The privacy policy must fully and authoritatively explain which account, profile, study and newsletter data are processed. Review that information before registering.

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Answers about questions, registration and test day

Test format and pass mark

Registration, test day and results

Federal states and state questions

Studying with EinbürgerungsAkademie

Pricing, accounts and privacy

Official facts with clear boundaries

Continue from a short answer to the full guide

Citizenship test questions

Federal states and state questions

Pricing and comparison

Preparation step by step

Start preparing today