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German Citizenship Test Practice (Einbürgerungstest) 2026

Practise for the German naturalisation test (Einbürgerungstest) with original questions on the same topics: the Basic Law, democracy and elections, history, Europe and everyday life. The real test has 33 multiple-choice questions, and you need 17 correct answers in 60 minutes. Three of the real questions are about your own federal state, so also study the 10 questions for your state in the official catalogue.

  • Citizenship
  • Germany
  • 80 questions
  • Checked October 11, 2026

Quick answer

The German naturalisation test (Einbürgerungstest) has 33 questions. Pass mark: 17 of 33 correct. Time limit: 60 minutes. It is run by Federal Office for Migration and Refugees (BAMF). Fee: 25 euros (test fee listed by the BAMF). Practise here for free with 80 questions, each with the answer and an explanation. Checked against official sources on October 11, 2026.

Read before you practiseStart with the German Citizenship Test Study Guide: plain-language notes, diagrams and the numbers to remember.

  1. Question 1 of 25

    What is the name of Germany's constitution?
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    Answer: D. The Basic Law (Grundgesetz)

    Germany's constitution is called the Basic Law (Grundgesetz). All other laws must agree with it.

  2. Question 2 of 25

    Which principle opens the Basic Law in Article 1?
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    Answer: C. Human dignity must not be violated

    Article 1 says human dignity is inviolable, and all state power must respect and protect it.

  3. Question 3 of 25

    A woman writes a letter to a newspaper saying the government's new law is a bad idea. Which basic right protects her?
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    Answer: C. Freedom of expression

    Article 5 lets everyone express and spread their opinion freely in speech, writing and pictures.

  4. Question 4 of 25

    Which statement about the press in Germany is correct?
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    Answer: C. There is no state censorship of newspapers

    Article 5 guarantees freedom of the press and states plainly that there is no censorship.

  5. Question 5 of 25

    What does Article 3 of the Basic Law say about women and men?
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    Answer: D. They have equal rights

    Article 3 says men and women have equal rights, and the state must actively support real equality.

  6. Question 6 of 25

    Under the Basic Law, which of these may never be a reason to treat someone worse?
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    Answer: C. Their religion

    Article 3 forbids favouring or disadvantaging anyone because of their sex, origin, language, homeland, faith, religious or political views, or a disability.

  7. Question 7 of 25

    Which statement about religion in Germany is correct?
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    Answer: B. People may follow any religion or no religion at all

    Article 4 protects freedom of faith and conscience and the freedom to practise a religion without disturbance.

  8. Question 8 of 25

    Does Germany have an official state church?
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    Answer: A. No, there is no state church

    Through Article 140, the Basic Law includes the rule that there is no state church in Germany.

  9. Question 9 of 25

    Which basic right allows people to hold a peaceful demonstration?
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    Answer: B. Freedom of assembly

    Article 8 gives Germans the right to meet peacefully and without weapons. Rules for outdoor meetings can be set by law.

  10. Question 10 of 25

    What may workers do under Article 9 of the Basic Law?
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    Answer: A. Form and join trade unions

    Article 9 protects the right to form associations to improve working and economic conditions, such as trade unions.

  11. Question 11 of 25

    Which right protects people's choice of job?
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    Answer: B. Freedom of occupation

    Article 12 gives all Germans the right to freely choose their occupation, workplace and place of training.

  12. Question 12 of 25

    Normally, who must order a search of a person's home?
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    Answer: D. A judge

    Article 13 says the home is inviolable. Searches are ordered by a judge; other bodies may act only when delay would be dangerous.

  13. Question 13 of 25

    Which basic right protects the content of your letters, mail and phone calls?
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    Answer: A. Privacy of correspondence and telecommunications

    Article 10 protects the privacy of letters, post and telecommunications. Limits are only allowed on the basis of a law.

  14. Question 14 of 25

    Who may send a written request or complaint (petition) to the parliament?
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    Answer: A. Anyone, alone or together with others

    Article 17 gives everyone the right to send requests or complaints to the responsible offices and to parliament.

  15. Question 15 of 25

    A public office breaks your rights. What does Article 19 of the Basic Law guarantee?
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    Answer: D. You can take the case to court

    Article 19 says anyone whose rights are violated by public authority has the right to go to court.

  16. Question 16 of 25

    What does the Basic Law say about the death penalty?
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    Answer: A. It is abolished

    Article 102 states simply that the death penalty is abolished.

  17. Question 17 of 25

    Who has the right to asylum under the Basic Law?
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    Answer: C. People who are politically persecuted

    Article 16a gives people who are politically persecuted the right to asylum, with limits set out in the same article.

  18. Question 18 of 25

    How does the Basic Law describe the German state?
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    Answer: D. A democratic and social federal state

    Article 20 says the Federal Republic of Germany is a democratic and social federal state.

  19. Question 19 of 25

    According to the Basic Law, where does all state power come from?
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    Answer: C. From the people

    Article 20 says all state authority comes from the people, who exercise it through elections and votes and through separate state bodies.

  20. Question 20 of 25

    Germany divides state power into three branches. Which list is correct?
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    Answer: A. Law-making, executive and judicial power

    Article 20 separates legislation, the executive (government and administration) and the courts so that no single body holds all power.

  21. Question 21 of 25

    What does it mean that Germany is a state under the rule of law (Rechtsstaat)?
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    Answer: D. The state and its officials must also obey the law

    Under Article 20, the government and administration are bound by law and justice, and independent courts can review their actions.

  22. Question 22 of 25

    Which part of the Basic Law can never be removed, even by a change to the constitution?
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    Answer: A. The protection of human dignity

    Article 79 forbids any amendment that touches the principles of Articles 1 and 20, including human dignity and the federal structure.

  23. Question 23 of 25

    Who can ban a political party in Germany?
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    Answer: B. The Federal Constitutional Court

    Under Article 21, only the Federal Constitutional Court decides whether a party is unconstitutional.

  24. Question 24 of 25

    What does Article 6 say about raising children?
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    Answer: C. It is the natural right and first duty of the parents

    Article 6 places marriage and family under special protection and gives parents the right and duty to care for and raise their children.

  25. Question 25 of 25

    Who supervises the whole school system in Germany?
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    Answer: C. The state

    Article 7 places the entire school system under the supervision of the state.

What to know before the test

  • The test has 33 questions: 30 on democracy, history, responsibility and society, and 3 about the federal state where you live.
  • Each question has four answer options and one correct answer. You have 60 minutes and pass with at least 17 correct answers.
  • The official catalogue has 310 questions: 300 general questions and 10 for each federal state. You can practise them in the BAMF Online-Testcenter.
  • You register at a test centre (Prüfstelle). The BAMF lists a test fee of 25 euros, and you must bring valid photo ID.
  • You do not need the test if you have a German school-leaving certificate, or if illness, disability or age stops you from meeting the requirement.
  • Naturalisation normally also needs five years of lawful residence, German at level B1, the ability to support yourself, and a commitment to the free democratic basic order.
  • Since 27 June 2024, most people no longer have to give up their previous citizenship to become German.
  • If you passed the 'Leben in Deutschland' test at the end of an integration course with at least 17 of 33 points, that also proves your knowledge.

Frequently asked questions

How many questions are on the German citizenship test?

There are 33 multiple-choice questions, each with four options. You have 60 minutes and need at least 17 correct answers to pass.

Are these the official BAMF questions?

No. These are original practice questions on the same topics. The official catalogue of 310 questions is free on the BAMF website and in its Online-Testcenter, so study it as well.

What if I fail the Einbürgerungstest?

If you get fewer than 17 correct answers, you can take the test again. The BAMF gives you a certificate with your result to hand to the naturalisation office.

Who does not have to take the test?

People with a German school-leaving certificate, and people who cannot meet the requirement because of illness, disability or age. Your naturalisation office decides.

Is the Einbürgerungstest the same as the 'Leben in Deutschland' test?

They use the same question catalogue. The 'Leben in Deutschland' test ends the integration course, and 17 or more points there also counts as proof of knowledge for naturalisation.

What else do I need to become a German citizen?

Normally five years of lawful residence, German at level B1, the ability to support yourself without Bürgergeld, no criminal conviction, and a commitment to the Basic Law and to Germany's historical responsibility.

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