The new Skilled Immigration Act at a glance The new Skilled Immigration Act (FEG) makes it easier for skilled workers with vocational training and individuals with practical knowledge to immigrate to Germany. With the new law, existing mechanisms for skilled workers with a university degree, such as the EU Blue Card , continue and were in some cases extended. In addition, the new opportunity card (Chancenkarte) enables third-country nationals to seek employment. The new law has several parts. Th...

Family reunification You want to live in Germany together with your spouse and children? In this section you can find out what you need to bear in mind when applying for a visa for family reunification. Spouses joining EU citizens Spouses joining citizens of non-EU countries Family reunion for children...

Living permanently in Germany Would you like permanently settle down in Germany? Here you can find all information on the settlement permit, the permanent EU residence permit and naturalisation. Settlement permit Permanent EU residence permit Naturalisation...