Growing in naturalizations: 1,840 new citizens in MV 2024!

Growing in naturalizations: 1,840 new citizens in MV 2024!

Rostock, Deutschland - In Mecklenburg-Western Pomerania, naturalization in 2024 recorded significant growth. With 1,840 naturalized people, the number rose by 13.2 percent compared to the previous year. This can be seen from current reports based on data from the statistical offices. In 2023 there were still 1,625 new citizens, which reflects the trend towards naturalization in the region. The time reports that Syria is the most common country of origin, followed by Ukraine and Russia.

An in -depth analysis shows that 901 Syrian citizens received German citizenship in 2024. However, this number means a decline, since 1,030 Syrians were still naturalized in 2023. Despite the decline, Syrian nationals with almost 49 percent provide the largest group of naturalers. There are also 104 Ukrainians and 100 Russians, who also took the step towards naturalization.

increase through new nationality law

A reason for the increase in naturalizations could be the new nationality law, which came into force on June 27, 2024. Interior Minister Christian Pegel found that interest in naturalization has also increased since then. With the new law, the minimum stay for well -integrated people was shortened to five years, while in exceptional cases, naturalization is only possible after three years. In addition, applicants can keep their previous nationality, which makes the process easier for many. government mv emphasizes that only strict requirements such as a clear confession for the democratic basic order and racism and anti-Semitism have to be taken into account exclude.

The naturalization authorities in Mecklenburg-Western Pomerania offer personal consultation appointments to support the application process. The processing time for the applications is usually twelve months. Another look at the distribution shows that the city of Rostock with 451 new citizens has the highest number of naturalizations, while the district of Rostock is at the end of the scale with only 120 naturalized people.

statistical insights and challenges

The data on naturalization has been recorded in comprehensive state statistics since 2000, and it is possible to analyze it to the municipal level. The research data center states that the statistics offer important information on the background and the legal basis of naturalization.

At the same time, the number of rejections has increased, often due to unattended requirements. The resulting hurdles and challenges show that despite the progress, there is still a lot to do to completely optimize and facilitate the naturalization process.