Government: Naturalization ban in cases of deception, even if the application is withdrawn.

Obtaining German citizenship is the final step toward successful integration for many highly qualified professionals , expats, and students from countries like the USA , Great Britain , or Canada. A flawless CV and trust in legally sound procedures form the foundation. However, what happens when irregularities occur during the process—for example, due to false or inaccurate documents or incomplete information—has long been a matter of legal ambiguity. A recent circular from the Federal...