

Meaning and purpose of the Residence Act (AufenthG)
German residence law encompasses many individual laws, regulations, and guidelines. The Residence Act (AufenthG) forms the core of...
Oct 13, 20253 min read


Legal background: Why is a blocked account needed?
Anyone wishing to come to Germany as a foreign student (Section 16b) to study here must prove during the visa process that they can ...
Oct 9, 20252 min read


Permanent residence permit – EU: What does the criterion of "legal residence" mean?
Third-country nationals who wish to live in Germany long-term can, under certain conditions, apply for a permanent residence permit – EU...
Oct 8, 20252 min read


Guerrilla warfare between the IU - University of Applied Sciences for International Students and the State Office for Immigration (LEA)
In Berlin, there is currently a growing number of cases in which international students are being denied an extension of their...
Oct 7, 20254 min read


Australia offers climate visa for the first time
Australia has become the first country in the world to introduce a special climate visa – a move that is attracting worldwide...
Oct 6, 20252 min read


Proof of health insurance at the immigration office: Which certificate is required?
Anyone wishing to apply for or extend a residence permit in Germany must not only provide proof of secure livelihood but also ...
Oct 4, 20253 min read


International professionals in nursing – New textbook shows opportunities and solutions
The shortage of skilled nursing staff remains one of the greatest challenges facing the German healthcare system. Many facilities are...
Oct 2, 20252 min read


When does the Residence Act (AufenthG) apply in Germany? And to whom does it not apply?
The Residence Act (AufenthG) is the central legal basis for the residence of foreign nationals in Germany. However, the law does not...
Oct 1, 20253 min read


New programs from the Imagine Foundation: She makes it in Germany
The Imagine Foundation eV has further expanded its work in the field of legal migration and now operates five programs that support...
Sep 30, 20252 min read


New approaches to the transition from training titles to employment titles
A much-discussed issue in skilled immigration and labor migration is the legal transition from training to employment (so-called ...
Sep 29, 20252 min read


Freedom of Movement Monitoring 2024: Fewer EU skilled workers in Germany
The current monitoring of freedom of movement for 2024 reveals a trend that is equally relevant for employers in Germany and for ...
Sep 28, 20252 min read


Vialto Partners is “Immigration Provider of the Year” at FEM APAC EMMAs 2025 in Singapore
At this year's Forum for Expatriate Management APAC EMMAs 2025 in Singapore, Vialto Partners delivered a real highlight: The firm...
Sep 27, 20252 min read


Action for failure to act and the 3-month deadline: When it applies and what you need to know
Anyone submitting an application to a German immigration authority or other administrative authority often needs patience. But how long...
Sep 26, 20253 min read


New study: Skilled worker migration from India to Germany
In recent years, India India has become the most important country of origin for skilled migration to Germany. The number of Indian...
Sep 25, 20252 min read


IHK event in Düsseldorf on attracting international skilled workers
On August 27, the Düsseldorf Chamber of Industry and Commerce hosted the "Hand in Hand for International Talents" event , organized by...
Sep 24, 20252 min read


Between two worlds: German-Vietnamese evening in Frankfurt on September 6, 2025
Many people with a migration background in Germany face very specific challenges. On the one hand, they bear responsibility for their...
Sep 24, 20252 min read


Which health insurance for family reunification visa
If you apply for a family reunification visa , you not only have to submit numerous documents, but also meet a key requirement: proof of...
Sep 23, 20252 min read


Labor migration between Germany and Asia – Conference day at the TU Berlin
Insight into a “black box” of labor migration On October 14, 2025, a conference day on the topic " Labor Migration and Placement...
Sep 22, 20252 min read


Studying for refugees in Germany – legal framework and perspectives
The question of the conditions under which refugees are allowed to study in Germany is not only relevant to migration policy, but also...
Sep 21, 20253 min read


Action for failure to act in Bremen: Administrative Court of Bremen confirms structural deficit in naturalizations
Naturalization procedures in Germany are extremely slow . Especially since the Citizenship Modernization Act (StARMoG) came into...
Sep 20, 20252 min read


