#5. His German Citizenship Application Process and The Key It Holds for Their Future! (stag 5)

In this episode, I’m joined by Matthew and Clare, a couple based in Denver, Colorado who are pursuing German Citizenship through descent via the stAG 5 path as part of their plan to move abroad!Matthew traced his eligibility back to his grandmother, who left Bavaria as a child in the 1920s. After nearly a year of research and document gathering, he just recently submitted his StAG 5 application and is now navigating the dreaded waiting period. Clare, who grew up as an army child and has long been drawn to life abroad, is preparing alongside him as they explore their next steps towards moving to Europe early next year!In this conversation, we cover:The German citizenship through descent (StAG 5) application processCommon challenges, including document rejections and proving lineageWhy Matthew chose to apply without a lawyerLessons learned and practical advice for others starting the processTheir plan to move abroad while waiting for citizenship approvalCHAPTERS:00:00 Introduction to Matthew and Claire03:07 How He Discovered He Was Eligible10:27 Document Collecting and Challenges22:40: Connecting with Ancestry and Family Heritage30:10: Full Circle Moment 38:37: Their Strategy to move to Spain 46:52: Greatest Challenges and Advice to those embarking on this journey51:29: Clare’s perspective on the application process55:59 Final AdviceIf you want to connect with Matthew or ask any questions, you can reach him on Blue Sky!https://bsky.app/profile/youtalkintoschmie.bsky.socialFollow along for more about my own personal journey with citizenship through descent and moving abroad, and gain more tips, stories, and guidance:📸 Instagram: @courtneygoesabroad🎥 YouTube: Courtney Goes Abroad🌍 Website: courtneygoesabroad.com👩🏼‍💻 Schedule a discovery call with me to learn more about how we can work together on your citizenship through descent application: https://calendly.com/courtneygoesabroad/discovery-call