There are some big changes due to come into effect in 2025 which will affect travel in and out of the European Union for non-EU citizens such as Brits, Americans, Australians and Canadians. Here's how EES and ETIAS will affect you.
The German government has recently eased family reunification visas for non-EU skilled workers. But there are still certain language requirements family members typically have to fulfil.
Students from non-EU countries need to prove they have enough money to support themselves to be eligible for a student visa. This amount is set to be increased from September.
Foreign residents in almost any major German city can expect long wait times for appointments to secure residency permits at their local immigration offices. But in Nuremberg the process is exceptionally fraught.
As a new jobseekers' visa that is designed to attract foreign workers launches in Germany in June, one question remains: how many skilled labourers will it actually bring in?
The EU and the UK could enter into a 'youth mobility' scheme allowing young people to move countries to work, study and live. Here's what we know about the proposal.
On top of the other stresses involved with applying for or renewing your visa is the fact that appointments are regularly not available for weeks or even months. But Berlin's immigration office says it's working to change that.
In many cases holding a valid residence permit in Germany allows you to bring your partner, children, and in some cases, even other family members to join you in Germany. We explain when non-EU nationals can invite their family.
Nowadays, more people than ever enjoy remote working arrangements that allow them to relocate anywhere in the world. If you're a digital nomad looking to travel to or live in Germany, here's what you'll need to know.
Although Spain or Italy might have beaches and sun, Germany has plenty to offer someone looking for a place to spend their golden years. The high standard of living in Germany is a big pull for expats looking to find a spot for retirement, as well as high-quality healthcare. But you'll need to contend with some bureaucracy.
It's human nature to look for a loophole, shortcut or workaround to the rules, but most of the advertised 'dodges' to the EU's 90-day rule are nothing of the sort.
A language study visa or permit could let you study German in Germany intensively for anywhere from three months to a year. It’s relatively unbureaucratic to apply for, but expect a fair few restrictions.
Non-EU nationals who need a Schengen visa to travel to European countries will soon be able to apply online, after EU council and the European Parliament announced an agreement on Tuesday.Â
Many Non-EU nationals, including Britons since Brexit, need to make sure they don't go over the 90-day rule in the EU/Schengen area. But how many people are turned away at European borders because they overstayed?
The EU/Schengen area's '90-day' rule is a complicated one that causes much confusion for travellers - here we answer some of the most common questions from readers of The Local.
Both Germany and Austria have plenty to offer people looking to live their best retired lives. Although both have high quality of life, excellent nature, and cultural offerings – there are obviously certain areas one might do better than the other – depending on a retiree’s priorities. But what about the visa process?
With Germany’s current skilled labour shortage, the government is liberalising many of its immigration laws to make it easier for people to come to the country for work. But what about those who want to start up their own business?
Germany offers an excellent quality of education for much lower fees than universities in most English-speaking countries. Plus, a student visa comes with a few extra advantages – if you can get your head around the bureaucracy. Here's what you need to know.
Germany is desperate for skilled workers - but foreigners still face huge hurdles if they want to come to the country and work. We spoke to Misbah Khan, a Green MP working on reforming the country's visa system, to find out how the government wants to change all that.
If you’ve finished up your studies in Germany – either at a university or accredited technical institute – your path to staying is a little simpler than it is for most people, even other skilled workers.
