During the citizenship test, you are required to answer 33 questions on various topics. With this test, the state wants to know whether you are familiar with the living conditions and legal and social order in Germany. You have a total of one hour for the test.

The test can only be taken at the designated testing agency .In many places, adult education centres (Volkshochschulen) in particular are tasked by the Federal Office for Migration and Refugees (BAMF) with administering the tests.