Naturalization test for Bavaria

If you live in Bavaria, you’ll need to pass the German naturalization test for Bavaria. This test is also called Einbürgerungstest or Leben in Deutschland test and required for naturalization and some visa processes. The German questions and answers and corresponding English translations on Vasistdas.de are based on the actual test and are tailored to Bavaria (Bayern). However, the German naturalization test for Bavaria practice test on our site is solely for preparation. For the official test, you must schedule an appointment with your local VHS (Volkshochschule) or a private institution offering German courses in Bavaria.

For more details on the German Citizenship Test, check out our guide on Naturalization test in Germany. If you want to take the citizenship test for Bavaria or apply for citizenship, official page of the City of Munich here will help you along the way.

Bavaria citizenship test in English

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You will encounter 33 questions in this quiz. Out of these 33 questions, 30 are general questions about Germany, while 3 are specifically tailored for the state of Bayern.

In this test, you must select the correct answer from four options for each question. To apply for citizenship, you need to answer at least 17 out of 33 questions correctly.

You must complete the test within 60 minutes.

When you take the official citizenship test in Germany, you will only see the questions and answers in German.

Question catalog update date: 25.06.2024

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English

What is a task of the police in Germany? 

A) Defend the country 

B) Wiretap citizens 

C) Pass laws 

D) Monitor the enforcement of laws 


German (Original)

Was ist eine Aufgabe der Polizei in Deutschland?

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English

How many states joined the Federal Republic of Germany at reunification in 1990? 

A) 4

B) 5

C) 6

D) 7


German (Original)

Wie viele Bundesländer kamen bei der Wiedervereinigung 1990 zur Bundesrepublik Deutschland hinzu?

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English

In Germany, you go to the labor court for … 

A) Incorrect utility bills. 

B) Unjustified dismissal by your boss. 

C) Problems with neighbors. 

D) Difficulties following a traffic accident. 


German (Original)

Sie gehen in Deutschland zum Arbeitsgericht bei …

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English

If members of the Bundestag switch their faction, … 

A) They are no longer allowed to attend parliamentary sessions. 

B) The government may lose its majority. 

C) The Federal President must give their consent beforehand. 

D) The voters of these members are allowed to vote again. 


German (Original)

Wenn Abgeordnete im Deutschen Bundestag ihre Fraktion wechseln, ...

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English

Mrs. Seger is expecting a child. What must she do to receive parental leave benefits? 

A) She must write to her health insurance provider. 

B) She must submit an application to the parental leave benefits office. 

C) She does not need to do anything, as she will automatically receive parental leave benefits. 

D) She must request permission from the employment office. 


German (Original)

Frau Seger bekommt ein Kind. Was muss sie tun, um Elterngeld zu erhalten?

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English

What principle do elections in Germany follow? Elections in Germany are … 

A) free, equal, secret. 

B) open, secure, free. 

C) closed, equal, secure. 

D) secure, open, voluntary. 


German (Original)

Welchem Grundsatz unterliegen Wahlen in Deutschland? Wahlen in Deutschland sind …

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English

Who advises individuals on legal matters and represents them in court in Germany? 

A) A lawyer 

B) A judge 

C) A lay judge 

D) A public prosecutor 


German (Original)

Wer berät in Deutschland Personen bei Rechtsfragen und vertritt sie vor Gericht?

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English

Which is not an organ of the state?

A) Legislation 

B) Government 

C) Press 

D) Judiciary 


German (Original)

Was ist keine staatliche Gewalt in Deutschland?

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English

The European Parliament is regularly elected, namely all ... 

A) 5 years. 

B) 6 years.

C) 7 years.

D) 8 years.


German (Original)

Das Europäische Parlament wird regelmäßig gewählt, nämlich alle …

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English

What form of government does Germany have? 

A) Monarchy

B) Dictatorship

C) Republic

D) Principality


German (Original)

Was für eine Staatsform hat Deutschland?

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English

In Germany, married couples are allowed to divorce. Usually, they must observe the "separation year." What does this mean? 

A) The divorce process takes one year. 

B) The spouses must be married for one year before divorce is possible. 

C) The visitation rights for the children last for one year. 

D) The spouses must live separately for at least one year before divorce is possible. 


German (Original)

In Deutschland dürfen Ehepaare sich scheiden lassen. Meistens müssen sie dazu das „Trennungsjahr“ einhalten. Was bedeutet das?

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English

What kind of honorary office must German citizens assume when they are asked to do so? 

A) Club trainer 

B) Election worker 

C) Library supervision 

D) Teacher 


German (Original)

Welches Ehrenamt müssen deutsche Staatsbürger / Staatsbürgerinnen übernehmen, wenn sie dazu aufgefordert werden?

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English

How many occupation zones were there in Germany after the Second World War? 

A) 3

B) 4

C) 5

D) 6


German (Original)

Wie viele Besatzungszonen gab es in Deutschland nach dem Zweiten Weltkrieg?

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English

When does a court case occur in Germany? When someone … 

A) Converts to a different religion. 

B) Commits a crime and is charged. 

C) Holds a different opinion from that of the government. 

D) Parks their car incorrectly and it is towed. 


German (Original)

Wann kommt es in Deutschland zu einem Prozess vor Gericht? Wenn jemand …

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English

Why are there more than one party in a democracy? 

A) Because it represents the diverse opinions of citizens 

B) To limit corruption in politics 

C) To prevent political demonstrations 

D) To stimulate economic competition 


German (Original)

Warum gibt es in einer Demokratie mehr als eine Partei?

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English

In Germany, who do trade unions represent?

A) Large businesses

B) Small businesses

C) Self-employed individuals

D) Workers


German (Original)

Wen vertreten die Gewerkschaften in Deutschland?

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English

Members of parliament who are elected by citizens are called … 

A) Representatives.

B) Chancellors. 

C) Ambassadors. 

D) Prime Ministers. 


German (Original)

Parlamentsmitglieder, die von den Bürgern und Bürgerinnen gewählt werden, nennt man …

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English

Which insurance does the long-term care insurance belong to? 

A) Social insurance 

B) Accident insurance 

C) Household insurance 

D) Liability and fire insurance 


German (Original)

Zu welcher Versicherung gehört die Pflegeversicherung?

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English

What is allowed by the Jugendamt in Germany? 

A) It decides which school the child attends. 

B) It can take a child who is being abused or is starving away from the family. 

C) It pays child benefits to the parents. 

D) It monitors whether the child attends kindergarten. 


German (Original)

Was darf das Jugendamt in Deutschland?

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English

In Germany, a change in government in a federal state can impact federal politics. Governing becomes … 

A) More difficult if it changes the majority in the Bundestag. 

B) Easier if it brings new parties into the Bundesrat. 

C) More difficult if it alters the majority in the Bundesrat. 

D) Easier if it involves a wealthy federal state. 


German (Original)

In Deutschland kann ein Regierungswechsel in einem Bundesland Auswirkungen auf die Bundespolitik haben. Das Regieren wird …

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English

Which minister does Bavaria not have? 

A) Minister of Justice

B) Minister of Foreign Affairs

C) Minister of Finance

D) Minister of the Interior 


German (Original)

Welchen Minister / welche Ministerin hat Bayern nicht?

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English

The Federal Republic of Germany has maintained the borders of today since ... 

A) 1933

B) 1949

C) 1971

D) 1990


German (Original)

Die Bundesrepublik Deutschland hat die Grenzen von heute seit …

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English

Where can you get information about political topics in Bavaria? 

A) at the municipal regulatory office

B) at the State Agency for Civic Education

C) at the consumer advice center 

D) at the churches


German (Original)

Wo können Sie sich in Bayern über politische Themen informieren?

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English

In Germany, state power is divided. Which state authority does a judge work for? For the ... 

A) Judiciary. 

B) Executive. 

C) Press. 

D) Legislative. 


German (Original)

In Deutschland wird die Staatsgewalt geteilt. Für welche Staatsgewalt arbeitet ein Richter / eine Richterin? Für die …

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English

What is the main task of a judge in Germany? A judge … 

A) Represents citizens in court. 

B) Works at a court and delivers judgments. 

C) Changes laws. 

D) Supervises young people in court. 


German (Original)

Was ist die Hauptaufgabe eines Richters / einer Richterin in Deutschland? Ein Richter / eine Richterin …

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English

Which country is a neighboring country of Germany? 

A) Spain 

B) Bulgaria 

C) Norway 

D) Luxembourg 


German (Original)

Welches Land ist ein Nachbarland von Deutschland?

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English

A party in the German Bundestag wants to abolish press freedom. Is this possible? 

A) Yes, if more than half of the members of the Bundestag are in favor. 

B) Yes, but two-thirds of the members of the Bundestag must be in favor.

C) No, because press freedom is a fundamental right. It cannot be abolished. 

D) No, because only the Federal Council can abolish press freedom. 


German (Original)

Eine Partei im Deutschen Bundestag will die Pressefreiheit abschaffen. Ist das möglich?

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English

What do eligible voters in Germany receive before an election? 

A) A voter notification from the municipality 

B) An election permit from the Federal President 

C) A notification from the Federal Assembly 

D) A notification from the parish office 


German (Original)

Was bekommen wahlberechtigte Bürger und Bürgerinnen in Deutschland vor einer Wahl?

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English

What does the abbreviation EU mean? 

A) European companies 

B) European Union 

C) Unified Union 

D) Euro Union 


German (Original)

Was bedeutet die Abkürzung EU?

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English

Which is not a characteristic of our democracy? 

A) Regular elections 

B) Press censorship 

C) Freedom of expression 

D) Various political parties 


German (Original)

Was ist kein Merkmal unserer Demokratie?

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English

For how many years is the state parliament in Bavaria elected? 

A) 3

B) 4

C) 5

D) 6


German (Original)

Für wie viele Jahre wird der Landtag in Bayern gewählt?

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English

What is the coat of arms of the Federal Republic of Germany? 

A) 1

B) 2

C) 3

D) 4


German (Original)

Welches ist das Wappen der Bundesrepublik Deutschland?

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English

Which animal is the national emblem of the Federal Republic of Germany? 

A) Lion

B) Eagle

C) Bear

D) Horse


German (Original)

Welches Tier ist das Wappentier der Bundesrepublik Deutschland?

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Please note: The English translations included in the German naturalization test for Bavaria are provided solely to assist your understanding. The official test will not contain questions and answers in English. The questions and answers for the German naturalization test for Bavaria on this site are sourced from the official website of the German Federal Office for Migration and Refugees and translated into English. If you wish to take the Leben in Deutschland test for a different state in Germany, please return to our states page.

More about the Free State of Bavaria (Bayern)

Before diving into the questions and answers for the German naturalization test in Bavaria, let’s take a moment to get to know the state. Bavaria, with its capital in Munich, is Germany’s largest state by area. Besides Munich, other major cities include Nuremberg, Augsburg, Regensburg, Ingolstadt, Bamberg, and Würzburg. Bavaria spans approximately 70,500 square kilometers and is home to around 12 million people, located in the southeastern part of the country. Munich is not only the largest city in Bavaria but also the third-largest city in Germany.

Bavaria shares borders with the German states of Baden-Württemberg, Hesse, Thuringia, and Saxony, as well as with the Czech Republic and Austria. The state is renowned for its cheeses, and it’s not uncommon to see people discussing and debating the various types of cheese in Bavaria. The region is also famous for its pastries, making it a popular stop for tourists eager to sample local specialties. Each year, Munich hosts the “Oktoberfest,” where people gather for two weeks of celebration, enjoying traditional foods and festivities.

Bavaria is also home to some of the world’s most famous brands, including BMW, Audi, MAN, Adidas, and Siemens, establishing it as one of the world’s major industrial hubs. Enjoy your experience with the citizenship test for Bavaria!