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Moving to Germany on Job Seeker Visa from Singapore- Help needed by mksg
Hi Friends, I got German Job Seeker Visa from Singapore valid for 6 months and I plan to come Germany next week. Would like to connect with fellow expats. I have work experience in IT in SAP Domain. I have few doubts regarding this visa. What ...
@Nishanthini06ttYou might want to check whether you meet the requirements for the new Chancenkarte (Opportunity Card). It should be available from 1st of June 2024. Read More
International student moving from italy to Germany by Adnankhann
Hello everyone. My question is a bit long so olease bear with me. I recently came to Italy on a study visa, but due to several reasons, I now want to move to either Germany or Finland on a study visa (but my main focus is on Germany). I know that I ...
Hello everyone. My question is a bit long so olease bear with me. I recently came to Italy on a study visa, but due to several reasons, I now want to move to either Germany or Finland on a study visa (but my main focus is on Germany). ... Read More
Moving to Germany Requirements by yaamansameer
Hello. I hope you all are doing well. I am from Pakistan and I moved here in Italy about seven months ago with my family. I don't have residence permit yet as I have applied for it and all I have is receipt and Identity card. I want to move from ...
@yaamansameerAlso, as a non-EU prospective student, you will most likely have to apply through uni-assist.So, this is another resource for you regarding the process of being accepted into a university programme:https://www.uni-assist.de/en/ Read More
Working as pilates instructor (as Sole Trader) by GuestPoster520
Is anyone here working in the fitness industry & got any insights on - 1. how to get insurance as a pilates instructor with a non-german qualification? 2. how hard is it to set up as a sole trader?3. insights on whether people would ...
Is anyone here working in the fitness industry & got any insights on - 1. how to get insurance as a pilates instructor with a non-german qualification? 2. how hard is it to set up as a sole trader?3. insights on whether ... Read More
Moving to Germany Requirements by yaamansameer
Hello. I hope you all are doing well. I am from Pakistan and I moved here in Italy about seven months ago with my family. I don't have residence permit yet as I have applied for it and all I have is receipt and Identity card. I want to move from ...
Hello. I hope you all are doing well. I am from Pakistan and I moved here in Italy about seven months ago with my family. I don't have residence permit yet as I have applied for it and all I have is receipt and Identity card. I want to ... Read More
NMC registered nurse working in Germany by rakhtar64
Since June 2023 I am working as a theater nurse in Germany. Before that I have lived 20 years in United Kingdom and I am a NMC registered nurse. NMC - Nurse and Midwifery Council, UK.Now re-validation in UK is due. I do not want to loose my ...
@rakhtar64Have you tried the UK forum?Are there UK medical forums that could help?I know there are or at least used to be PLAB forums for overseas candidates preparing for the exams. Maybe something similar exists for nursing? Read More
NMC registered nurse working in Germany by rakhtar64
Since June 2023 I am working as a theater nurse in Germany. Before that I have lived 20 years in United Kingdom and I am a NMC registered nurse. NMC - Nurse and Midwifery Council, UK.Now re-validation in UK is due. I do not want to loose my ...
Since June 2023 I am working as a theater nurse in Germany. Before that I have lived 20 years in United Kingdom and I am a NMC registered nurse. NMC - Nurse and Midwifery Council, UK. Now re-validation in UK is due. I do not want to loose my ... Read More
Need Vehicle/Transportation Ideas for 3 Month Stay In Germany by rodnbarb
Hello,My wife and I are planning a 3 month stay near Pirmasens Germany. Other than using rental car companies, are there any other options? The rental car companies want approximately 3K per month and you can only rent for 30 days at a time.
Hello, My wife and I are planning a 3 month stay near Pirmasens Germany. Other than using rental car companies, are there any other options? The rental car companies want approximately 3K per month and you can only rent for 30 days at a time. ... Read More
Without Residence Permit, Living in Germany Six Months Out Of The Year by rodnbarb
My wife and I are retired and would like to stay in Germany visa-free for up to three months, and, if the experience was great, we'll do it again. I ran several scenarios on how to prepare for such a journey, but I'd love to hear from anyone who ...
@rodnbarbAs has already been said, you´d be restricted by Schengen visa rules, so, if your plan is to stay in Germany/Schengen for three months, then return to the US without any plans to immediately return to visit one or more Schengen ... Read More
Sponsoring a student to extend the visa by sendtosolomon
Hi I am student at Germany. My visa is going to expire and I have extend it. Is it possible that an EU blue card holder( my friend) could sponsor me to extend it?
@ALKB only a close relative residing in Germany can usually do this. Otherwise they can't count on getting having all liabilities covered without excuses. And for the same reason relatives in another country can't usually do it either. I don't ... Read More
Problems with Amt for Migration (Authority for Migration) by WilliamNZ
Hi dear Expats,I am hitting a brick wall in dealing with Amt for Migration. The assigned case worker (Beamter) from the Migration Amt is very uncooperative. I hired a migration lawyer for a couple hours for a consultation. Lawyer's view is different ...
@ALKB You got it completely wrong about the reasons for "early German settlers" repatriation and compensation. It isn't because we were ethnic Germans at all. My ancestors have lived for over 180 years abroad maintaining German language and ... Read More
Problems with Amt for Migration (Authority for Migration) by WilliamNZ
Hi dear Expats,I am hitting a brick wall in dealing with Amt for Migration. The assigned case worker (Beamter) from the Migration Amt is very uncooperative. I hired a migration lawyer for a couple hours for a consultation. Lawyer's view is different ...
@WilliamNZWell, if yu read through the link I posted, you can see that naturalizing after 01.01.2000 is good news. I think that´s more important than being a Spätaussiedler.The lawyer will of course know more about this than I, but I ... Read More
Sponsoring a student to extend the visa by sendtosolomon
Hi I am student at Germany. My visa is going to expire and I have extend it. Is it possible that an EU blue card holder( my friend) could sponsor me to extend it?
Hi I am student at Germany. My visa is going to expire and I have extend it. Is it possible that an EU blue card holder( my friend) could sponsor me to extend it? -@sendtosolomonYour friend could enter into a Verpflichtungserklärung ... Read More
Problems with Amt for Migration (Authority for Migration) by WilliamNZ
Hi dear Expats,I am hitting a brick wall in dealing with Amt for Migration. The assigned case worker (Beamter) from the Migration Amt is very uncooperative. I hired a migration lawyer for a couple hours for a consultation. Lawyer's view is different ...
In any case, have you contacted the Bundesverwaltungsamt at all?https://www.germany.info/us-de/service/staatsangehoerigkeit/wiedereinbuergerung-ehemaliger-deutscher/1216660 Read More
Problems with Amt for Migration (Authority for Migration) by WilliamNZ
Hi dear Expats,I am hitting a brick wall in dealing with Amt for Migration. The assigned case worker (Beamter) from the Migration Amt is very uncooperative. I hired a migration lawyer for a couple hours for a consultation. Lawyer's view is different ...
@beppi Thanks again Beppi. As you have guessed, it is #1 of common issues: my problems are due to becoming a citizen of Canada. There is a citizenship reform coming, which will provision for not penalizing Germans, when they obtain foreign ... Read More
Invite parents and in-laws when you buy a house in mortgage. by sandey
Hope you all are doing well. I wanna know one thing if you have any information about mortgage policies in Germany. Suppose, if I started paying my property mortgage now. Will I be able to invite my parents or in-laws here in Germany? My husband is ...
@WilliamNZ Thank you Beppi and William for clarifying my query. I have still one doubt, my question is rather on "invitation letter" than mortgage. Sending invitation letter you have to have some criteria, like bank statements and salary slips. So, ... Read More
Problems with Amt for Migration (Authority for Migration) by WilliamNZ
Hi dear Expats,I am hitting a brick wall in dealing with Amt for Migration. The assigned case worker (Beamter) from the Migration Amt is very uncooperative. I hired a migration lawyer for a couple hours for a consultation. Lawyer's view is different ...
@WilliamNZCase workers don´t usually drag out cases for the fun of it - that generates way too much work.It´s not quite clear what is actually going on.Have you received a decision, yet?Have you made an application outside immigration ... Read More
What is the attitute of eastern Germans to western tourists? by agpmailnospam
We're thinking of spending a few months in eastern Germany. We've had good experiences in the western part of the country but have heard that Germans in the eastern part aren't as friendly to tourists, especially in the smaller towns. Is that true?
We're thinking of spending a few months in eastern Germany. We've had good experiences in the western part of the country but have heard that Germans in the eastern part aren't as friendly to tourists, especially in the smaller towns. Is ... Read More
moved from UK to germany - self-employed cultural worker by Anais Aw
Hello all, I've recently just moved from the UK where I am a permanent resident and currently working for multiple clients across the globe including South East Asia and America. At present, in Germany, I have a spousal visa for 6 months, we will ...
At present, in Germany, I have a spousal visa for 6 months, we will have to renew this in Oct for a longer period due to my partner having started a new employment at the time of applying for my visa. -@Anais AwYour work rights are endorsed on your ... Read More
moved from UK to germany - self-employed cultural worker by Anais Aw
Hello all, I've recently just moved from the UK where I am a permanent resident and currently working for multiple clients across the globe including South East Asia and America. At present, in Germany, I have a spousal visa for 6 months, we will ...
@ALKB what do you mean by register? -@Anais AwI mean going to the local town hall or Bürgeramt and registering with the local municipality that you have moved to Germany. You need a form certifying your move-in date duly completed by your ... Read More
moved from UK to germany - self-employed cultural worker by Anais Aw
Hello all, I've recently just moved from the UK where I am a permanent resident and currently working for multiple clients across the globe including South East Asia and America. At present, in Germany, I have a spousal visa for 6 months, we will ...
I am currently on my partner's insurance scheme and have not registered myself either as a hausfrau or unemployed or employed. -@Anais AwJust checking - did you register your residence after moving to Germany? Read More
Resident in Germany, working remotely for the UK by C.h.r.istin@J
Hi all, For the life of me I am scouring the internet to find answers! Here is the situation: - I am an Australian citizen (left Oz 2 years ago, unfortunately not planning on living back there in the foreseeable future) - I have +10 years ...
@TominStuttgart Thanks Tom. Essentially, I just cannot find a route online which would apply to my situation. I have a good income to support myself, I have a German partner there (although not married or marrying soon) and I just want to be able to ... Read More
Changing from UK Staff (part-time) to Germany Contractor (full-time) by danyjr
Hi there,I am a UK national who has been working for a UK company for 6+ years. I changed from full-time to part-time in September 2022.I will be moving to Germany in Q1 2024 to accompany my wife while she studies in Germany. Despite being a non-EU ...
@ALKB Thanks for your reply. We have been saving up for the relocation for a while. Would 40,000€ in savings be enough to show financial ability? I am certain we can take care of the costs such as residential rent and health insurance. ... Read More
Changing from UK Staff (part-time) to Germany Contractor (full-time) by danyjr
Hi there,I am a UK national who has been working for a UK company for 6+ years. I changed from full-time to part-time in September 2022.I will be moving to Germany in Q1 2024 to accompany my wife while she studies in Germany. Despite being a non-EU ...
Is your wife German, an EU national or British?Will she be on a student visa, exercising freedom of movementm or study in her home country?Depending on her status, there may be restrictions on your ability to work at all, or be ... Read More
Changing from UK Staff (part-time) to Germany Contractor (full-time) by danyjr
Hi there,I am a UK national who has been working for a UK company for 6+ years. I changed from full-time to part-time in September 2022.I will be moving to Germany in Q1 2024 to accompany my wife while she studies in Germany. Despite being a non-EU ...
Hi there,I am a UK national who has been working for a UK company for 6+ years. I changed from full-time to part-time in September 2022.I will be moving to Germany in Q1 2024 to accompany my wife while she studies in Germany. Despite being a non-EU ... Read More
Bought a Village? Or multiple properties within one? by naomi_village
Hi!I'm looking for anyone who's bought or is buying multiple properties or an entire village within rural Germany.I'd love to hear how you found the experience / rennovation process.Thank youNaomi
@ALKBIt was actually Italy which inspired my search. I heard of abandoned villages selling properties for €1 and Brits purchasing multiple with the aim of rennovating.I hadn't heard of Alwine! Will search into it, what a shock it must've been ... Read More
Bought a Village? Or multiple properties within one? by naomi_village
Hi!I'm looking for anyone who's bought or is buying multiple properties or an entire village within rural Germany.I'd love to hear how you found the experience / rennovation process.Thank youNaomi
@naomi_villageItaly and Spain are sometimes reported to sell whole villages.A few years ago, the settlement "Alwine" in Brandenburg, Germany (not strictly a village as such) was auctioned off and so far every owner has quickly regretted the ... Read More
Ausbildung by Blessing Ak
Hi there,I am in my final year of my Bachelors degree in Chemistry. I'll be graduating in July. When I entered Uni, I didn't actually know what I wanted to do so I just went with Chemistry. Recently, my interests have started gearing towards tech. ...
Hi there,I am in my final year of my Bachelors degree in Chemistry. I'll be graduating in July. When I entered Uni, I didn't actually know what I wanted to do so I just went with Chemistry. Recently, my interests have started gearing towards tech. ... Read More
The fastest easiest way to get to Germany by shamooooot
Hello,I am currently exploring options for the fastest and easiest way to travel to Germany, and I would appreciate any advice you can provide.I have been in an informal relationship with my partner for the past three years, and we have had the ...
Initially, we considered applying for a visa for unmarried couples. However, we quickly dismissed this idea due to concerns about potential exposure. We worry that the German authorities may send mail, make phone calls, or notify her at her parents' ... Read More
Getting a new job in Germany with a Visa Type D by kurtmwangi89
Hello,I am three months in Europe and I came via Germany with type D visa. Is it possible to get a job elsewhere with the same visa in the hospitality industry?Kind regards.
@ALKB Hello,Thank you for your correspondence.Yes, I am on a type D work Visa issued by Germany. I'm wondering if it is possible to get a job in a different place in Germany or if I am limited to my current employer. I am in the hospitality ... Read More
Getting a new job in Germany with a Visa Type D by kurtmwangi89
Hello,I am three months in Europe and I came via Germany with type D visa. Is it possible to get a job elsewhere with the same visa in the hospitality industry?Kind regards.
Hello,I am three months in Europe and I came via Germany with type D visa. Is it possible to get a job elsewhere with the same visa in the hospitality industry?Kind regards. -@kurtmwangi89What do you mean by elsewhere?In a different country than ... Read More
looking for a part time job or full time as student Visa by Semarey
Hey , Am right now at Egypt Got an admission to study master in accounting , Am just confused as i can get my living for just only 3 months , it is hard to find a job as student Part time Or full time ? to cover my rent and food and how much ...
@@afHHH219@ The original post is nearly five years old.Also, a German student visa does not allow work as a freelancer. Read More
Should I try my luck and bring my skills to Germany by mustafa mohamed11
I studied Business management in the UK and then returned to Kenya for a holiday. Now as I have been applying for work, a few of my friends said I should try Germany and that it would be great!! so before I put a lot of energy into this can anyone ...
@mustafa mohamed11Without work experience post university and no or limited German language skills, it wil be a struggle to find something and even if you do, to get the visa.Business administration is also more of a challenge than IT or engineering ... Read More
Marriage and kenya processes by luiza mama
Hi, I am Kenyan woman and would like to marry German guy,So my question is...how long does it take me to have a visa assuming that i have all documents needed of me?Or rather where or what would you suggest for me to do in order to get to reunite my ...
Am a Kenyan and would like to marry a Germany guy here in Kenya...can one kindly help me out with the procedures...am confused -@prudencemartin92This has little to do with German laws.Contact the authority in your country that registers marriages ... Read More
Working in Germany, to be hired by PEO/EOR. Frequent travel to the UK by Kelvin1
Hi everyone,I could not find clear answers through internet searches so hope that someone can advise me here.I am based in Germany and wish to be employed by a UK firm that has no subsidiary here. Therefore we are considering using a PEO/EOR to ...
@ALKBThanks for your insight. Yes, this is what I plan to do, noting the same rules you stated.I do not know how frequent I would go to the UK but it would be a lot, yet less than 6 months over a 12 month period, and would be attending meetings ... Read More
Working in Germany, to be hired by PEO/EOR. Frequent travel to the UK by Kelvin1
Hi everyone,I could not find clear answers through internet searches so hope that someone can advise me here.I am based in Germany and wish to be employed by a UK firm that has no subsidiary here. Therefore we are considering using a PEO/EOR to ...
@Kelvin1 If you are employed by a German company and you have work authorization for Germany, then you are covered where German laws are concerned.If that work contract includes business trips to countries that are not Germany, you will have to ... Read More
Job Seeker Visa Germany by rehman166
Dear all. I m 42, Pakistani national with around 14 years of experience in field of agriculture and having a master degree from australia, just wonder how much is my chance of getting a JSV of germany. Is there any oppurtunity for Agri ...
If you are academically inclied, you could try to find a job (or Ph.D. student placement - they often get some stipend) at one of the agricultural universities in Germany. Hohenheim is a famous one near my place (Stuttgart). Again, speaking some ... Read More
Job Seeker Visa Germany by rehman166
Dear all. I m 42, Pakistani national with around 14 years of experience in field of agriculture and having a master degree from australia, just wonder how much is my chance of getting a JSV of germany. Is there any oppurtunity for Agri ...
Dear all. I m 42, Pakistani national with around 14 years of experience in field of agriculture and having a master degree from australia, just wonder how much is my chance of getting a JSV of germany. Is there any oppurtunity for Agri ... Read More
How to successfully secure employment in Berlin? by Sacha1
Hi there, How are you? My name is Sacha. I am a 42 year male from the UK! I am just wondering if anybody can give me advice on how to successfully secure work/permanent employment in Berlin?Thank you very much for reading this message, and I look ...
@Sacha1 There used to be English-only customer service jobs at call centers in Berlin. I knew someone from England who moved to Berlin in 2011 and easily found such a job. Before Brexit and the need for a work permit, of course. Shortly after, those ... Read More
immigration/social security law between 2 different EU countries by A.supertramp
Hi all, forgive me for creating a new thread. Since most of this information is probably scattered in a lot of different threads and forums (Belgium/German forum). My current family situation is kind of intertwined with these topics. I just simply ...
To add to what Beppi said, I hope you de-registered with the local municipality in Germany, cancelled your health insurance and any other ongoing contracts like electricity, gym membership and internet? Read More
German education system, quality question by chris6535
I'm not really sure what forums to address the right community for my question but I'll start here. I am trying solicit opinions from other American expats living in Germany, or perhaps German citizens as well. Some back story. My son lives ...
@ALKBWhen you say you had a diploma from a US high school, was this the private school or the public school you attended for a couple of days a week? How did the authority in Germany evaluate your diploma? In other words, what criteria did they use, ... Read More
Live with my German girlfriend in Germany by ABDOURAMANmouchi
Hello, I have a girlfriend who lives in Germany and has German nationality, we plan to get married except that I live in Cameroon and I have Cameroonian nationality.. I would like to know I would like to know what to do so that I can join her there ...
for school then, is there a solution to live at home and study? -@ABDOURAMANmouchiI think you are asking whether there is an online option for the German A1 course that is needed for the visa.This will depend on the language schools in your ... Read More
Info on getting a Temporary visa for Americans in Germany by rnadimpalli
Hi,My name is Raj, am a 60 year old retiree from US planning to move to Germany. Looking for information to apply for a Temporary visa that allows me to stay here longer than 3 months. I read online that I need to get Health Insurance. I appreciate ...
@rnadimpalli So not so temporary at all.You´d have to maintain your residence and health insurance throughout, assumed that you manage to get a residence permit without a job, close family, or enrollment in full time higher education.Leaving ... Read More
Switching residence permits with marriage by Stephenausidaho
Hi everyone, this has been posted in the forums before but nothing I found pertains exactly to my situation, therefore I am starting a new post.I am from the US and am getting married to my partner this June. She is from Switzerland, but also holds ...
Hi everyone, this has been posted in the forums before but nothing I found pertains exactly to my situation, therefore I am starting a new post.I am from the US and am getting married to my partner this June. She is from Switzerland, but also holds ... Read More
Info on getting a Temporary visa for Americans in Germany by rnadimpalli
Hi,My name is Raj, am a 60 year old retiree from US planning to move to Germany. Looking for information to apply for a Temporary visa that allows me to stay here longer than 3 months. I read online that I need to get Health Insurance. I appreciate ...
@rnadimpalli Apart from what Beppi said, you may also struggle to open a bank account, since German banks often don´t want to deal with FATCA reporting for US citizen customers.There is no retirement visa for Germany, any residence permit you ... Read More
Blue Card university degree requirements by Vladimir M.
Hi everyone! I'm a software developer who wants to relocate to Germany in 2023.I'm checking what requirements one must meet to obtain a Blue Card residence permit. For one particular requirement there's some contradictory information. Some sources ...
@ALKB I will try to get something from government to approve i finished my diploma with list of lessons I know it's a big issues for me but some of my friends joined to Germany university with these papers -@Aryan MoradiWas it accepted as a full ... Read More
Blue Card university degree requirements by Vladimir M.
Hi everyone! I'm a software developer who wants to relocate to Germany in 2023.I'm checking what requirements one must meet to obtain a Blue Card residence permit. For one particular requirement there's some contradictory information. Some sources ...
@ALKB sorry it's typing mistake.It's about Iran's military laws.Because I didn't go for military they didn't give me my diploma. -@Aryan MoradiDo you have that in writing? Read More
Blue Card university degree requirements by Vladimir M.
Hi everyone! I'm a software developer who wants to relocate to Germany in 2023.I'm checking what requirements one must meet to obtain a Blue Card residence permit. For one particular requirement there's some contradictory information. Some sources ...
HiWhat is the results of this topic?I have a job offer from one company in BerlinI have a mark sheet(transcript) only and for some reason about Iran soldering I can't get my diploma.I want know for Developer job offerDo i need any diploma or not? ... Read More
How Long do I have after getting work visa to get to Germany by sarahjane99
Once I have my work visa, how much time do I have to get moved to Germany and registered with the Einwohneranmeldeamt? Thanks
Once I have my work visa, how much time do I have to get moved to Germany and registered with the Einwohneranmeldeamt? Thanks -@sarahjane99There will be a validity on your visa. You have to arrive within that time frame but it is not a good ... Read More
Health insurance for German citizen with US job working remotely by trainrider76
I'm a dual US/German citizen with a US-based job and a typical Blue Cross / Blue Shield health plan. I work remotely. I was thinking of spending some time in Europe. My health plan covers emergency care abroad but nothing else. I was ...
I'm a dual US/German citizen with a US-based job and a typical Blue Cross / Blue Shield health plan. I work remotely. I was thinking of spending some time in Europe. My health plan covers emergency care abroad but nothing else. I was thinking of ... Read More
Can Dependent spouse start working immediately? by kirangda
Hello,I have got an offer from german company and they are sponsoring my visa . I will be traveling to Germany in April.Meanwhile even my wife has got an offer from a german company but her company is not sponsoring her visa.So she will be ...
I am eligible for blue card . So what I understand from your replies is that my wife can start working on dependent visa as soon as we enter Germany during which we will be waiting for the blue card to be processed . Thank you so much everyone ... Read More
Can Dependent spouse start working immediately? by kirangda
Hello,I have got an offer from german company and they are sponsoring my visa . I will be traveling to Germany in April.Meanwhile even my wife has got an offer from a german company but her company is not sponsoring her visa.So she will be ...
@kirangda Aravindns89 is correct that a dependant on a family reunion visa is in principle allowed to start work immediately.However, some formalities do need to be completed first: A residence permit must be issued by the foreigner authority ... Read More
Can Dependent spouse start working immediately? by kirangda
Hello,I have got an offer from german company and they are sponsoring my visa . I will be traveling to Germany in April.Meanwhile even my wife has got an offer from a german company but her company is not sponsoring her visa.So she will be ...
Hello,I have got an offer from german company and they are sponsoring my visa . I will be traveling to Germany in April.Meanwhile even my wife has got an offer from a german company but her company is not sponsoring her visa.So she will be ... Read More
Bringing Parents/50y+ (3rd countries member) with long term visa by Bushrakhanam1988
Hello everyone ,i a German national ( through neutralization ), would like to bring my mom in Germany. She is 54y old , retired , widow and leaving alone in Bangladesh. As per Bangladesh social system parents get depended to the children in their ...
Hello everyone ,i a German national ( through neutralization ), would like to bring my mom in Germany. She is 54y old , retired , widow and leaving alone in Bangladesh. As per Bangladesh social system parents get depended to the children in their ... Read More
Bringing Parents/50y+ (3rd countries member) with long term visa by Bushrakhanam1988
Hello everyone ,i a German national ( through neutralization ), would like to bring my mom in Germany. She is 54y old , retired , widow and leaving alone in Bangladesh. As per Bangladesh social system parents get depended to the children in their ...
Hello everyone ,i a German national ( through neutralization ), would like to bring my mom in Germany. She is 54y old , retired , widow and leaving alone in Bangladesh. As per Bangladesh social system parents get depended to the children in their ... Read More
Bringing Parents/50y+ (3rd countries member) with long term visa by Bushrakhanam1988
Hello everyone ,i a German national ( through neutralization ), would like to bring my mom in Germany. She is 54y old , retired , widow and leaving alone in Bangladesh. As per Bangladesh social system parents get depended to the children in their ...
Hello everyone ,i a German national ( through neutralization ), would like to bring my mom in Germany. She is 54y old , retired , widow and leaving alone in Bangladesh. As per Bangladesh social system parents get depended to the children in their ... Read More
German language exemption and embassy contacting lawyer directly by Maunster
Hi! Hope someone can help us out here…my husband is being transferred to Germany and we have the worker’s party pre-approval and submitted the application to the embassy. We were advised that the spouse is required to submit proof of ...
Thanks @beppi! yeah my research also confirms that I would really need to get the language cert unless my husband gets the blue card. We were just puzzled why the embassy advised the lawyer/immig specialists instead of us directly.In the meantime, ... Read More
Change Portuguese temporary residence to Germany by Khurram butt
Hello every one, I am thanks to all if any one share information with me in regarding.i live in Lisbon(Portugal) and i have 2 years Portuguese Residence card.i want to change my portugese Residence card to Germany Any circumstance can i get ...
@sumona8414 Is that job a shortage occupation or are you highly skilled and your uncle can´t find a candidate who does not need sponsoring for a work permit? Read More
WHAT REQUIREMENTS WILL I BE NEEDING FOR AUSBILDUNG? by QUINCESS
Hi guys can someone help me with this? My aunt is currently working in germany and been living their for almost 20yrs.And her employer who owns a hotel wants to hire me,and ausbildung is the easiest way to get there.Is this posible?
Hiii.... please do I have to work one year with the company that gave me contract to get my documents before I can apply for ausbildung in Germany? - @Talk2jennifer01Generally, no.What kind of working would this be? What´s your visa ... Read More
15-yr old teen moving to Germany by riffonio
Hi all,I'm a father living in Berlin for 5 years now (non-EU citizen with a residency permit). I have a teenage kid who has been living abroad with her mother, but he has serious attitude problems and he's driving her crazy. Her mother and ...
My kid doesn't speak the language (he speaks Spanish natively, Italian fluidly, and some English), but by looking at https://www.berlin.de/sen/bjf/en/europe … in-school, I think he could go to one of these public schools instructed in ... Read More
15-yr old teen moving to Germany by riffonio
Hi all,I'm a father living in Berlin for 5 years now (non-EU citizen with a residency permit). I have a teenage kid who has been living abroad with her mother, but he has serious attitude problems and he's driving her crazy. Her mother and ...
The Schafenberger Internat mentioned by ALKB is interesting. It has about 500 kids including ones that board there, is over 90 years old and is based on the pedagogic system of Wilhelm Blume (who I personally have never heard of). I looked at ... Read More
15-yr old teen moving to Germany by riffonio
Hi all,I'm a father living in Berlin for 5 years now (non-EU citizen with a residency permit). I have a teenage kid who has been living abroad with her mother, but he has serious attitude problems and he's driving her crazy. Her mother and ...
ALKB is correct about state boarding schools for special purposes like training elite athletes. I used to do Taekwondo and had contact to the TKD group run by the national trainer at the boarding school in Friedrichshafen by Bodensee. I didn't think ... Read More
15-yr old teen moving to Germany by riffonio
Hi all,I'm a father living in Berlin for 5 years now (non-EU citizen with a residency permit). I have a teenage kid who has been living abroad with her mother, but he has serious attitude problems and he's driving her crazy. Her mother and ...
@riffonioWhich language(s) does your child speak?There are three state boarding schools in Berlin. Two are elite sports schools for potential professional athletes (one for ballet and acrobatics, one for soccer, winter sports, fencing, etc.) the ... Read More
How do I sponsor someone to come from Morocco to the UK to work? by deadcwtchy2
This may be a strange one as most people want information on comming to Morocco, my girlfriend would like to join me in the UK to work for me, I am a sole trader and I do not employ anyone apart from myself, I have tried looking things up but ...
@deadcwtchy2 Your company would have to become a Home Office-registered sponsor, a process that is neither easy nor cheap.The job would also have to meet minimum requirements including a minimum level of pay - usually at least 25600 pounds per ... Read More
Any experience about getting the German citizen by Emmytender77
Hello Guys, I married here in Germany . Before I get married the Standesamt requested I bring all documents (Translated) included Birth certificates for verification which I done few years ago. Now to my question... I want to apply for a German ...
I've been married since 2018 and in Germany since then. Am i entitled to apply for it?Yes, the residence requirement is lower if married to a German citizen (minimum 3 instead of 8 years). You will still have to meet all other requirements - ... Read More
Job Seeker Visa from Zimbabwe by Brenda263
Hie guys I would like to enquire from those from Zimbabwe who have succeeded in getting the JSV, is it prossible from Zimbabwe embassy. The website does not have that, only all other types of visas
Hy guys When one wants to work in Germany as a miner which subjects are they supposed to pass and how when I go to Germany for how long will I go for trainingNo likely possibility to line up a job and get a work visa for something like mining ... Read More
Work i Germany with EU Long Term Residence Permit from Italy by khanic
Hi, I am long term residence permit holder from Italy. I had a job offer from Germany, i am planning to move these days. Any body had experience or knowledge about this, what are the steps i need to follow in order to start working there. ...
Thanks for the response, but i have the long term eu residence permit, which gives easier mobility within eu states except ireland and denmark, i know this much that i have to apply for the permit in Germany not through embassy (this permit gives ... Read More
German education system, quality question by chris6535
I'm not really sure what forums to address the right community for my question but I'll start here. I am trying solicit opinions from other American expats living in Germany, or perhaps German citizens as well. Some back story. My son lives ...
Thank you all for the comments. A lot to unpack here. I will start by clarifying to stay on topic, I was referring to the potentiality of my son going to the university in the US. I'm not doubting the quality of German universities. But ... Read More
Looking for School in Berlin by masycheff
Hi Everyone, We are planning to move to Berlin this summer. We have two kids, by the time we'll arrive to Germany, they will be 5 and 9 years old. None of them speak German so far. One of our biggest concerns is how they can be admitted to a ...
Beppi gave a very good answer. I would add that it makes sense to start learning the language now if possible so they aren't completely lost. In addition to preparatory classes at school one could consider a private tutor to come for a couple ... Read More
German Health care for cancer patient by Rroxana
Hi, I am looking to find an IT job abroad and one of the countries I am considering is Germany. The problem is that my husband is diagnosed with stage IV colon cancer, we have a 2 yrs old son and I wouldn't consider moving without them. Does ...
Hi Beppi and thank you for taking your time to answer! Is cancer treatment covered entirely by public scheme or do you know where could I 'find' the right people to ask? Is it an option to have both public and private scheme?From ... Read More
How to become an Erzieherin in Germany? by jheannievujic
Hi, My name is Jheannie and I am from Australia. Does anyone know how to become an erzieherin in Germany? Where to apply for an Ausbildung and what are the requirements? I am currently doing Diploma in Early Childhood Education and I’m hoping ...
There is no problem with me getting a visa since my daughter holds a German Passport. I will get through her.That's great, residence permits of parents of minor German nationals give unrestricted access to the job market. I'd be surprised if ... Read More
How to become an Erzieherin in Germany? by jheannievujic
Hi, My name is Jheannie and I am from Australia. Does anyone know how to become an erzieherin in Germany? Where to apply for an Ausbildung and what are the requirements? I am currently doing Diploma in Early Childhood Education and I’m hoping ...
HWhere to apply for an Ausbildung and what are the requirements? I am currently doing Diploma in Early Childhood Education and I’m hoping this will also help me in getting into this course in Germany. JheannieWhat exactly is a Diploma in ... Read More
How to become an Erzieherin in Germany? by jheannievujic
Hi, My name is Jheannie and I am from Australia. Does anyone know how to become an erzieherin in Germany? Where to apply for an Ausbildung and what are the requirements? I am currently doing Diploma in Early Childhood Education and I’m hoping ...
Hi, My name is Jheannie and I am from Australia. Does anyone know how to become an erzieherin in Germany? Where to apply for an Ausbildung and what are the requirements? I am currently doing Diploma in Early Childhood Education and I’m hoping ... Read More
First18 months in Germany after living in USA by Vanja Bobic
I have lived in 3 countries so far in my life. 25y in Serbia, 7y in USA and 1,5 in Germany! Comparing to Serbia, Germany is financially way better. Health care and education can not be compared. But when it comes to paperwork, getting anything done ...
I own a few business in different countries and I've opened a company in Germany as soon as I received my aufenthalt ( that took 6 months to get)... First I was on tourist visa, then fikzion something and finally aufenthalt.This is probably the ... Read More
German citizenship, unemployment benefits in Germany and a job in UK by 1rk2
Dear all, I am in a very tricky situation and I will appreciate any guidance. I am a non-EU resident, with German settlement permit (Niederlassungserlaubnis). I am also eligible for Einburgurung will apply for this in 1 month after I will have the ...
I agree, my husbands naturalization was put on hold until he had completed the probationary period in his new job. When he finally had the assurance of naturalization, he had to renounce his birth citizenship and that took the longest of ... Read More
Heater On October by Chihaya
I have a question. I share with someone else apartment. And now Cold season not yet snowing. Is it good to leave the heater on? Or better to on it when someone is around? I am having argument on this not tho leave the Heizung on and the smell in the ...
If it feels suffocating then you have the heat on too high! If you have a thermostat, set it for 18 degrees in bedrooms, 20 in living rooms. If you can program your heating system, have it go down to 16 degrees during times nobody is home, ... Read More
buying from US and shipping to Germany or near by countries by operator2020
Hi guys, I've just moved to Berlin and will stay here for a few months. What are the options for shipping US goods to Germany? There are quite a few mail forwarding companies out there, any recommendation?
Licensing packaging materials?!? I have never heard of that and I don't think so.It's like a recycling fee paid by those who ship goods commercially, not applicable to the occasional Christmas or birthday parcel sent by a family member or ... Read More
buying from US and shipping to Germany or near by countries by operator2020
Hi guys, I've just moved to Berlin and will stay here for a few months. What are the options for shipping US goods to Germany? There are quite a few mail forwarding companies out there, any recommendation?
Are you a retailer shipping commercially? Read More
Working for a UK company remotely in Germany by GuestPoster75
Hello I would like to spend the rest of this year living in Germany and continuing to work remotely for my UK employer. I contacted an international payroll company who said i just need to complete an A1 certificate to continue to pay my ...
Hi, I don't know if you have found a solution to this but I am in the same situation and have just started looking into the logistics of moving to Germany whilst continuing to work remotely for a UK company (since my partner is moving for a job ... Read More
Working for a UK company remotely in Germany by GuestPoster75
Hello I would like to spend the rest of this year living in Germany and continuing to work remotely for my UK employer. I contacted an international payroll company who said i just need to complete an A1 certificate to continue to pay my ...
This is not at all similar to OP's situation. If you are an EU national, you can apply for benefits to top up your Ausbildungsvergütung. Your local Jobcenter can check whether you are meeting all the requirements. Read More
Resident in Germany, working remotely for the UK by C.h.r.istin@J
Hi all, For the life of me I am scouring the internet to find answers! Here is the situation: - I am an Australian citizen (left Oz 2 years ago, unfortunately not planning on living back there in the foreseeable future) - I have +10 years ...
yep! But I am leaving that company, October is my last month thereHow long have you been with this company and are you leaving because you quit or is your contract up and is not getting extended? Did you get any letters or a 'Zusatzblatt' ... Read More
Resident in Germany, working remotely for the UK by C.h.r.istin@J
Hi all, For the life of me I am scouring the internet to find answers! Here is the situation: - I am an Australian citizen (left Oz 2 years ago, unfortunately not planning on living back there in the foreseeable future) - I have +10 years ...
Hey ALKB, thank you for the help! - Yes I'd be quitting my German employer for the UK one - nope, no sponsorship, spouse or national. I applied for a German work visa and ended up with this Aufenthaltstitel - below Anmerkungen it says: 19c ABS. ... Read More
Resident in Germany, working remotely for the UK by C.h.r.istin@J
Hi all, For the life of me I am scouring the internet to find answers! Here is the situation: - I am an Australian citizen (left Oz 2 years ago, unfortunately not planning on living back there in the foreseeable future) - I have +10 years ...
Ah I understand, sorry guys I didn't know there was a difference! I'm not sure how to tell what type I hold, but I'm currently employed by a German company so I assume it's the Aufenthaltstitel that allows work :)Would you be ... Read More
Resident in Germany, working remotely for the UK by C.h.r.istin@J
Hi all, For the life of me I am scouring the internet to find answers! Here is the situation: - I am an Australian citizen (left Oz 2 years ago, unfortunately not planning on living back there in the foreseeable future) - I have +10 years ...
- I am a resident of Germany (Aufenthaltstitel) which will require renewal in 2024OP said they had an Aufenthaltstitel, but not all of them allow employment and some may allow employment but not self-employment. Read More
Resident in Germany, working remotely for the UK by C.h.r.istin@J
Hi all, For the life of me I am scouring the internet to find answers! Here is the situation: - I am an Australian citizen (left Oz 2 years ago, unfortunately not planning on living back there in the foreseeable future) - I have +10 years ...
What kind of Aufenthaltstitel do you hold? Read More
Learning German in Germany by cpaulson
I was having a conversation with a friend who wants to move to Germany and I decided I would ask here because I am also interested in knowing, even though I already know German and this doesn't apply to me. My friend thinks that learning German ...
How old is she and where is she in her education? Has she finished high school? A Bachelor's degree? Master's? Read More
How to apply for nursing Ausbildung by roya73tir73
Hey every one i need to help me For getting nurse Ausbildung thats what i love to study and...
Hey every one i need to help me For getting nurse Ausbildung thats what i love to study and...There are organisations that offer preparatory classes, both language and nursing specific (practical) for foreign nationals who want to do an ... Read More
Aufenthaltskarte vs. national ID by HawkLane
Hi My American wife has an aufenthaltskarte and we are traveling right now actually. She only brought her aufenthaltskarte and the ferry operator claimed that she could not enter Germany with that, she would need a passport as well... Is the ...
Hi My American wife has an aufenthaltskarte and we are traveling right now actually. She only brought her aufenthaltskarte and the ferry operator claimed that she could not enter Germany with that, she would need a passport as well... Is the ... Read More
Moving to Germany by DonnyG
Hi all, I have a job offer in Germany. My wife will be moving with me and reside in Germany but stay on her job which is in another EU country (at least till she finds job as well). Can she be covered by my public health insurance? Thanks in ...
No, if she has income that exceeds 450 €/month, she has to get her own German health insurance. She should also look into tax/social contribution laws for earning foreign income while resident in Germany. Read More
Change of employer by Maddy90
I will be entering Germany in September 2021 as I have a full time work contract from my employer A. Visa issued for 6 months is on my passport. Visa here is an employment Visa and not a blue card. As I understand , I would have to apply for the ...
I will be entering Germany in September 2021 as I have a full time work contract from my employer A. Visa issued for 6 months is on my passport. Visa here is an employment Visa and not a blue card. As I understand , I would have to apply for the ... Read More
Working as a student by Carolyn1988
Hi everyone, I'm going to be moving to Berlin next year from Canada to get a degree in psychology. I seen some comments about how unlikely certain people can move for work if they are not from Europe from things that aren't needed (like ...
Hi everyone, I'm going to be moving to Berlin next year from Canada to get a degree in psychology. I seen some comments about how unlikely certain people can move for work if they are not from Europe from things that aren't needed (like ... Read More
Non-EU citizen working remotely in Germany by northlightx
Next year, January, I will be moving to Germany to marry my future German spouse and will be under marriage visa. I can only apply for residence permit in Germany after I get married and the process will take awhile. I am currently employed in a ...
Hi, could the people who know it please clarify if one is allowed to work on an aufenthaltskarte or not? I am an EU citizen living in Sweden with my American wife, she has the 10 year residency. Our understanding was that she could work but this ... Read More
Elterngeld disburse, leaving Germany by Martina Mcfly
dear All, i was working in Germany for 1,5 year. My contract ended in DEC 2020 and at the end of DEC 2020 i have gave birth to my first child in Bayern. I have applied for Elterngeld and since we moved out from the country from MAY 2021 i am no ...
According to their last notice (Leistungsentziehung) i can place appeal so i am wondering how as a foreign.Any administrative act has to include a statement that informs you of your right to appeal and how to do it: Within one month of receiving ... Read More
British citizen - family visa for Germany by Shan Yerkes
Hi, I'm Shan, a British citizen who is married to a German citizen, currently living in London. I and my wife are planning to relocate to Berlin and I was told I'd need to apply for a family reunion visa? If that's the case, my ...
You can enter Germany and apply for a spouse residence permit in country: "Furthermore, citizens of Australia, Canada, Israel, Japan, New Zealand, the Republic of Korea, the United Kingdom and the United States of America may obtain any ... Read More
Advice on Humanitarian Work by Corbs
Hello Expats! My wife and I are planning to move out of the US next year and we are exploring the idea of commiting to humanitarian work. My wife is currently finishing a degree in communications and gender studies. She works as a coordinator with ...
Working directly for an overseas organization in a medical capacity will often require you to not only speak the local language(s) fluently but also to prove equivalency of your qualification with the local one. I understand you are interested in ... Read More
What skill are expected from 6 yo in school? by FromMow
Hello! I wonder if a child starting public school in Germany at 6 is expected to read rather fluently, write all letters, add and substract (within range of...?), know some English? In Russia children now start school at 7 and it's expected that ...
If you mean 1st grade / 1. Klasse, then children are not expected to do all that. It differs a bit from state to state and whether there is a Vorschule year, but as far as I know (can't keep track of all 16 systems) even that is not ... Read More
Steuernummer by jJapa
hello, i worked in stuttgart for 5 months and the boss said he would make all the papers but after the last day ive got the money on hand but i didn't get any papers. whom I can call to check the steuernummer and whether I was employed.
Wow. And that didn't ring alarm bells. Would you receive correspondence at the address where you were/are registered? (Not lawful to register in one address and live in another like that, by the way.) Can you ask there whether any letters ... Read More