Article 116 Success and Timeline!
We received copies our citizenship certificates by email from the San Francisco consulate today!
Straightforward, well documented case - grandchildren and great grandchildren of persecuted Germans who fled Berlin in 1937.
Applications for both generations sent together directly to the BVA February 2024, AZ received June 2024, and Certificate email received May 2026.
So, 23 months total from AZ to Certificate.
We were never asked any follow-up questions or asked to provide additional documentation.
We used a German law firm to put together the application package and write a cover letter. The law firm did find old restitution paperwork in the Berlin archives from the 1950’s that made the application stronger, but given how much good information this forum provides, I don’t think a law firm is necessary in most cases.
Thanks to everyone on this forum for all the help and information. It is very much appreciated!