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Ausländerbehörde Bremerhaven

Processing times reported by applicants. Located in Bremen.

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Foreign residents in the district26,300, 22.2% of the population (2024)

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Foreign residents: estimate from the 2024 share of foreign nationals (Regionalatlas, Federal and State Statistical Offices) and population. Boundaries: © GeoBasis-DE / BKG 2024.

#OfficeForeign residentsReports
1Bremen134,7000
2Bremerhaventhis office26,3000

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  • Citizenship
    257 days
    1 report

Frequently asked questions

How long does citizenship (Einbürgerung) take at the Ausländerbehörde Bremerhaven?

There are not enough reports for this application type in Bremerhaven yet. Across Germany the median is 257 days.

What can I do if the Ausländerbehörde Bremerhaven has not decided after three months?

Under § 75 VwGO you can file an action for failure to act (Untätigkeitsklage) if an authority does not decide within three months without sufficient reason. Whether this makes sense in your case is a question for an immigration lawyer.

How many foreign residents does the Ausländerbehörde Bremerhaven serve?

About 26,300 people, 22.2% of the population (2024 share of foreign nationals, Federal and State Statistical Offices).

No decision after more than 3 months?

Under § 75 VwGO you can file an action for failure to act (Untätigkeitsklage) if an authority does not decide within three months without sufficient reason. Whether this makes sense in your case is a question for an immigration lawyer.

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