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Immigration and Residence

Moving to and staying in Germany: work visas, the EU Blue Card, residence permits and the path to citizenship.

All Guides on Immigration and Residence

Immigration and ResidenceEU Blue Card in Germany: Requirements, Salary Thresholds and RightsEU Blue Card in Germany: 2026 salary thresholds, qualification and job requirements, how to apply, changing jobs, unemployment, fa…4 min read
Immigration and ResidenceCitizenship by Investment in Germany and the EU: The Real OptionsCan you buy citizenship in Germany or the EU? Why golden passports are no longer possible and the real routes to a German passport…2 min read
Immigration and ResidenceFamily Reunion in Germany: Bringing Your Spouse, Children and ParentsBringing your family to Germany: requirements for spouses and children, language rules, exceptions for skilled workers, parents an…2 min read
Immigration and ResidenceGerman Citizenship and Dual Citizenship: Requirements and ProcessHow to become a German citizen: five years of residence, B1 German, livelihood, the citizenship test, dual citizenship and childre…2 min read
Immigration and ResidenceImmigration Law in Germany: Residence Permits and Pathways for ExpatsGerman immigration law for expats: work permits, EU Blue Card, Opportunity Card, family reunion, permanent residence and citizensh…3 min read
Immigration and ResidenceOpportunity Card and Job Seeker Visa in Germany: Looking for Work HereLook for a job in Germany: the points-based Opportunity Card, requirements, part-time and trial work, and the job search permit fo…2 min read
Immigration and ResidencePermanent Residence in Germany: The Settlement Permit ExplainedPermanent residence in Germany: the settlement permit after 21 months to 5 years, requirements for Blue Card holders and skilled w…2 min read
Immigration and ResidencePractical Tips to Get Your Residence Permit in Germany FasterLong waits at the immigration office? Tips to speed up your German residence permit: complete files, fast-track procedure and your…3 min read
Immigration and ResidenceResidence by Investment in Germany: What Is PossibleGermany has no golden visa. The real routes for investors: residence permit for self-employment, freelancers, property and other E…2 min read
Immigration and ResidenceWork Visa and Work Permit in Germany: Routes for Non-EU ProfessionalsWork visa for Germany: skilled worker permit, EU Blue Card, experience-based route, recognition of qualifications, agency approval…2 min read

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