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Question catalogas of 7. May 2025
Leben in Deutschland
Prepare for the German citizenship test
All 460 questions from the official catalog.
How the test works
- 33 questions (30 general + 3 state-specific)
- 60 minutes, no pausing
- Questions are drawn at random from the catalog
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About the test
The ‘Leben in Deutschland’ test is the state-recognised civics exam used in Germany to assess constitutional and legal knowledge. Passing it is a requirement for permanent residence (Niederlassungserlaubnis) and for German citizenship.
The official catalogue published by the Federal Office for Migration and Refugees (BAMF) contains 300 general questions plus ten state-specific questions for each of the 16 federal states — 460 in total. In the exam itself you answer 33 questions in 60 minutes: 30 general plus 3 from your federal state. The citizenship test (Einbürgerungstest) is passed with at least 17 of 33 correct, the ‘Leben in Deutschland’ test with 15 of 33.
This app contains the full catalogue with a short, legally grounded explanation for every question, translated into several languages — so you don't just learn the right answer, you understand why it's right.
Frequently asked questions
Who has to take the ‘Leben in Deutschland’ test?
Anyone applying for permanent residence (Niederlassungserlaubnis) or German citizenship is normally expected to take the test. To pass for citizenship you need at least 17 of 33 questions correct.
How many questions are in the real test?
33 questions: 30 general questions covering politics, history, and society, plus 3 questions about the federal state where you live. You have 60 minutes.
How many do I need to pass?
17 of 33 correct passes the citizenship test (Einbürgerungstest). 15 of 33 passes the ‘Leben in Deutschland’ test.
Are the questions official?
The questions come from the public catalogue published by the Federal Office for Migration and Refugees (BAMF). This app is an unofficial study tool and is not affiliated with BAMF or the Federal Agency for Civic Education (bpb).
Is my study data private?
Yes. Flagged questions, test history, and settings are stored only on your device. Nothing is sent to a server.