German naturalisations hit historic record for a fifth year running
Syrians continued to form the largest group receiving German passports by a wide margin.
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German naturalisations at highest since records began
In 2023, more people were naturalised in Germany than since the year 2000, the Federal Statistical Office in Wiesbaden has announced.
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UK-based EU citizens still in limbo despite court ruling
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