How long do things take in Germany?
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German Citizenship (Einbürgerung)
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Average wait time
~1 year
Anmeldung (Bürgeramt appointment)
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Average wait time
~35 days
Residence required for German citizenship
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Average wait time
~5 years
Tax Refund (Steuerbescheid)
4 reports
Average wait time
~45 days
Residence Permit (Aufenthaltstitel)
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Average wait time
~56 days
German Passport (Reisepass)
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Average wait time
~28 days
ID Card (Personalausweis)
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Average wait time
~28 days
Child Benefit (Kindergeld)
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Average wait time
~42 days
Housing Benefit (Wohngeld)
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Average wait time
~3 months
Bank Transfer (Überweisung)
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Average wait time
~1 day
Divorce (Scheidung)
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Average wait time
~5 months
Specialist Appointment (Facharzttermin)
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Average wait time
~33 days