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Visas

Residence permits, work visas and immigration paperwork in Germany

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Immigration policy▶ Reel
Taliban Seek More EU Diplomats — What It Means for Afghans in Germany

Taliban Seek More EU Diplomats — What It Means for Afghans in Germany

The Taliban want diplomatic posts across the EU and are offering deportation cooperation in return. Here is what Afghan nationals in Germany need to know.

tagesschau
Visas▶ Reel
Germany Work Visas in 2026: Blue Card, Chancenkarte & Renewals

Germany Work Visas in 2026: Blue Card, Chancenkarte & Renewals

Updated Blue Card salary thresholds, the Chancenkarte one year on, Skilled Immigration Act news, and everything you need to know about renewing your Aufenthaltstitel in late 2026.

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Immigration policy
ISIS Membership Lists Now in German Hands: What It Means for Immigrants

ISIS Membership Lists Now in German Hands: What It Means for Immigrants

German authorities obtained detailed ISIS records. Here's what this means for asylum seekers and immigrants from conflict regions facing security background checks.

spiegel
Immigration policy▶ Reel
Merz on Germany's Political Climate, AfD and Trump: What It Means for Expats

Merz on Germany's Political Climate, AfD and Trump: What It Means for Expats

Chancellor Merz says he's unhappy with Germany's current atmosphere. Here's what his interview signals for immigrants and expats living in the country.

spiegel
Immigration policy▶ Reel
AfD Plans to Detain Immigrants If It Takes Power in Saxony-Anhalt

AfD Plans to Detain Immigrants If It Takes Power in Saxony-Anhalt

The AfD's Saxony-Anhalt front-runner tells DW the party plans to detain immigrants and reshape schools if it wins — a first for any German state government.

dw_english
Immigration policy
Germany's Fundamental Rights Under Pressure: What Expats Should Know

Germany's Fundamental Rights Under Pressure: What Expats Should Know

Ten human rights groups warn Germany is prioritizing security over basic rights in their 2026 report. Here's what it means for immigrants and expats.

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Work

Jobs, salaries, labor rights and finding work in Germany

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Work▶ Reel
Germany's Industrial Crisis: Job Cuts and What It Means for Expats

Germany's Industrial Crisis: Job Cuts and What It Means for Expats

Germany's industrial sector is cutting jobs fast and moving operations abroad. Here's what the structural crisis means for expats working in manufacturing and related fields.

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Work▶ Reel
Germany Jobs 2026: Pay, Tax & Contracts for Expats

Germany Jobs 2026: Pay, Tax & Contracts for Expats

Mindestlohn at €12.82/h, tighter Bürgergeld rules, new tax brackets, and booming sectors — here is everything expats need to know about working in Germany in 2026.

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Housing

Renting, apartment hunting and prices in German cities

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Renting in Germany 2026: Costs, Rules & Tips for Newcomers

Renting in Germany 2026: Costs, Rules & Tips for Newcomers

Average rents, Mietpreisbremse rules, Schufa explained, Nebenkosten decoded, Kaution limits, and how to find a flat before you even land in Germany.

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Studies

Universities, scholarships and degree recognition in Germany

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Best Scholarships in Germany for International Students 2026

Best Scholarships in Germany for International Students 2026

From DAAD to Deutschlandstipendium, here are every major scholarship open for international students in Germany right now — with deadlines, amounts, and exactly what to do this month.

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Language

German courses, certifications and the road to B2

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Learning German in 2026: Courses, Costs and Certificates Explained

Learning German in 2026: Courses, Costs and Certificates Explained

From free BAMF Integrationskurs places to VHS pricing, A1–B2 in 12 months, and which German certificate your visa actually requires — everything in one guide.

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Health

Health insurance, Krankenversicherung and the German healthcare system

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Germany Plans Higher Elder Care Contributions for Childfree Adults

Germany Plans Higher Elder Care Contributions for Childfree Adults

A new German Health Ministry draft bill would raise long-term care insurance costs for adults without children. Here's what expats need to know.

dw_english
Health▶ Reel
German Health Insurance for Expats: GKV vs PKV Guide 2026

German Health Insurance for Expats: GKV vs PKV Guide 2026

GKV or PKV? TK, AOK, Barmer, or DAK? Everything expats in Germany need to know about health insurance in 2026, from the €69,300 threshold to prescription co-pays.

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Culture

Daily life, integration and the expat community in Germany

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Culture
The Chemnitz Gym Using MMA to Push Back Against the Far Right

The Chemnitz Gym Using MMA to Push Back Against the Far Right

A martial arts gym in Chemnitz is countering far-right recruitment in MMA with a program built on diversity and inclusion — relevant for minorities in eastern Germany.

dw_english
News
Heat Wave in Germany: What Expats Need to Know This May

Heat Wave in Germany: What Expats Need to Know This May

Temperatures are topping 30°C across Germany this May. Here's how to stay safe, what to expect, and practical tips for expats navigating the heat.

tagesschau
Economy
Why Diesel Is Cheaper Than Petrol Again in Germany — And What It Means for Drivers

Why Diesel Is Cheaper Than Petrol Again in Germany — And What It Means for Drivers

Diesel has dropped below petrol prices in Germany after an unusual reversal. Here's why it happened and what it means for expat drivers and car buyers.

tagesschau
Economy
Germany Cuts Growth Forecast: What Rising Costs Mean for Expat Workers

Germany Cuts Growth Forecast: What Rising Costs Mean for Expat Workers

Germany's top economic advisors have sharply cut their growth outlook. Rising social insurance contributions are set to squeeze workers' wages — here's what expats need to know.

tagesschau
Culture▶ Reel
Pentecost in Germany: What Expats Need to Know About Pfingsten

Pentecost in Germany: What Expats Need to Know About Pfingsten

Pentecost (Pfingsten) gives Germany two consecutive public holidays. Find out when shops close, what to expect, and why this spring break surprises so many newcomers.

dw_english
News
Germany Targets Date-Rape Drugs With Tougher Penalties in 2025

Germany Targets Date-Rape Drugs With Tougher Penalties in 2025

Germany's justice minister proposes harsher sentences for drug-facilitated sexual assault. Here's what residents and expats need to know about the planned changes.

dw_english

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