Principle of parentage
German: Abstammungsprinzip
German citizenship is based on jus sanguinis ("right of blood"). This means that if either parent is a German citizen, the child automatically obtains German citizenship at birth.
Theme: Visas
German: Abstammungsprinzip
German citizenship is based on jus sanguinis ("right of blood"). This means that if either parent is a German citizen, the child automatically obtains German citizenship at birth.
Theme: Visas
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22 january 2026 - Registering with the Federal Employment Agency
Join our 90-minute online seminar to discover the benefits of the new online registration process and online services of the Federal Employment Agency and learn how to get personal support for your career start in Germany.