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🇩🇪 Einbürgerungstest

Einbürgerungstest practice: the German citizenship test

Learn Germany’s constitution, federal system, rights and history in English, then practise Einbürgerungstest-style questions.

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About the Einbürgerungstest

The Einbürgerungstest checks knowledge of Germany’s legal and social order and living conditions. The real test also includes three questions about your federal state, which Civica does not yet simulate. Lessons are in English.

Official source: BAMF naturalisation information.

What you will learn: six levels

  1. Level 1Democracy and basic rights
  2. Level 2Federal states and institutions
  3. Level 3Elections and the Bundestag
  4. Level 4History and responsibility
  5. Level 5Society and everyday life
  6. Level 6Challenge and review

Each level teaches two short lessons, then a quiz checks what you remember. Score 75% to unlock the next level.

Sample Germany citizenship test questions

Try a few practice questions. Tap a question to reveal the answer and a short explanation.

What is the capital of Germany?
  1. Munich
  2. Berlin
  3. Frankfurt
  4. Hamburg

Answer: B. Berlin

Berlin is Germany’s capital.

What is Germany’s constitutional order called?
  1. Grundgesetz
  2. Bundesrat
  3. Bundestag
  4. Volksgesetz

Answer: A. Grundgesetz

The Basic Law (Grundgesetz) is Germany’s constitution.

How many federal states (Länder) does Germany have?
  1. 12
  2. 14
  3. 16
  4. 18

Answer: C. 16

Germany is made up of 16 federal states.

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How Civica helps

Learn first, then practise. The core German course is free. Civica Premium adds full mock exams, a review queue for missed questions, audio and speak-aloud practice, interview practice and an AI tutor.

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Frequently asked questions

How many questions are on the Einbürgerungstest?

The test has 33 questions, including 3 about your federal state, and you need 17 correct to pass.

Can I practise the Einbürgerungstest in English?

Yes. Civica lessons and questions are in English.

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