Naturalisation in the canton of Bern: Bernese Jura and Biel/Bienne
In the canton of Bern, you file your application with the municipality first. In the Bernese Jura, the procedure is conducted in French.
- Residence
- 2 years without interruption in the municipality
- Where to apply
- At your municipality of residence
- Social assistance
- None in the last 10 years, unless repaid (stricter than the federal rule)
- Test
- Written civics test: 48 questions, at least 29 correct answers, 90 minutes, CHF 300
- Language
- B1 spoken, A2 written, in the language of the administrative district (French in the Bernese Jura)
How it works in the canton of Bern
Bern applies a stricter rule on social assistance: 10 years instead of 3. The civics test is written and must be paid for. Municipal fees can be high: our pre-check gives you the amount for your municipality.
Source: Canton of Bern.