Citizenship by Descent — Germany
Apostille for German Citizenship by Descent
Claiming German citizenship through German ancestors requires apostilled birth certificates and marriage records. We prepare complete document packages for German citizenship applications.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Who qualifies for German citizenship by descent?
You may qualify if you have a German parent who was a German citizen at the time of your birth. Germany generally requires a direct parent-child link. Claims through grandparents are possible under Section 15 StAG for those excluded from citizenship due to Nazi persecution.
What is the Section 15 StAG citizenship restoration?
Section 15 of the German Citizenship Act (Staatsangehorigkeitsgesetz) allows descendants of people who lost German citizenship due to Nazi persecution (1933-1945) to apply for citizenship restoration. We prepare the required apostilled document packages.
Do I need to apostille documents for the German Consulate in Miami?
Yes. The German Consulate General in Miami requires apostilled U.S. documents for citizenship applications. We process Florida documents same-day.
What if my German ancestor naturalized as a U.S. citizen before 1975?
If your German father naturalized before you were born, you may not have automatically acquired German citizenship. However, there are exceptions and restoration pathways. We advise on the specific documents needed for your situation.
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