Understanding German Citizenship Restoration After Nazi Persecution
An overview of Article 116(2), Section 15, descendant eligibility, archival evidence and commonly used documentation.
Read the guideCitizenship Restore is a registered Swiss nonprofit. We preserve historical memory, support archival research and provide educational guidance for descendants of people persecuted under National Socialism who are exploring German or Austrian citizenship restoration.
An overview of Article 116(2), Section 15, descendant eligibility, archival evidence and commonly used documentation.
Read the guideAn educational overview of Section 58c, documentary research and the declaration process for descendants.
Read the guideHow archival research helps reconstruct family lines, nationality, persecution and migration records while preserving family memory.
Read the guideOur eligibility guidance is preliminary and informational. Citizenship decisions are made exclusively by the competent German or Austrian authorities.