Germany

From changes to asylum rules and new Blue Card requirements to the introduction of a new 'Work and Stay Agency' aimed at helping skilled workers to come live in Germany, here are the immigration changes you can expect in 2026.

After the European Union significantly tightened its immigration policy earlier this month, 19 EU countries on Wednesday urged the European Commission to finance "return hubs" outside the bloc for failed asylum-seekers.

Germany’s political freedom rating has been downgraded twice in three years, according to a recent global assessment. An expert explains how certain protest movements have been targeted, and what it means for the country's civic spaces.

Thanks to the benefits and flexibility, EU Blue Cards are one of the most sought-after residence permits for non-EU nationals coming to Germany. So how much do you need to earn to receive it in 2026, and what are the other requirements?

German Chancellor Friedrich Merz Tuesday hailed the EU's proposals to help the struggling auto sector and manufacturers gave them a cautious welcome – but an industry group called them "disastrous".

Britain is set to rejoin the European Union's Erasmus student exchange programme, which it left almost five years ago following Brexit, UK media reported late Tuesday.

EU waters down combustion-engine ban, federal cabinet set to decide on Bürgergeld reforms, final Volkswagen rolls off Dresden production line and more news on Wednesday, December 17th.

Attitudes to immigration appear to be hardening significantly in Germany, but most people in the country still say they would accept more immigration rather than see fewer healthcare workers.

It might not be to everyone's taste, but the reasons many Germans sit down to a hearty meal of carp on Christmas Eve go far beyond simple questions of flavour.

Progress in closing Germany's gender pay gap appears to be slowing, official data showed Tuesday, with a much more pronounced gap in the west of the country than in the east.

Childcare costs in Germany depend on a patchwork of subsidies and exceptions, with some parents paying nothing for full-day care while others pay hundreds of euros per month. Here's what you can expect to pay depending on the state you live in.

Planning ski trips in Europe has become a bit of a gamble as warmer weather patterns have dramatically decreased the likelihood of good conditions, but one ski resort in Germany ranks among Europe's best for snow reliability.

Numerous misleading videos have appeared on social media in Germany recently, with the apparent aim of reinforcing negative stereotypes against Muslims.

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky pushed on with high-stakes talks in Berlin on Monday with US President Donald Trump's envoys aimed at ending the war with Russia, but thorny territorial questions remained unresolved.

Berlin prosecutors said Monday they have charged a member of the far-right Alternative for Germany (AfD) party with making a Nazi salute in parliament.

Amidst harsh political debates on immigration, it's easy to lose sight of Germany's successes in welcoming and integrating immigrants and foreign students. A number of recent studies highlight the country's recent efforts, and their benefits.

Whether you're looking for a present to bring home to loved ones or you have a German to surprise, we've compiled some of the best gifts you can get in Germany.

One leading drugstore chain in Germany entered the online pharmacy market on Tuesday, with more set to follow. While the move promises more choice and convenience for consumers, it also brings challenges.

Major reforms to Germany's long-term unemployment benefit are likely to have a significant impact on those who are out of work or earn very little. Here's what's set to change as the proposed draft law is passed by the Federal Cabinet.

When applying to rent an apartment in Germany you may be asked for a 'Mietschuldenfreiheitsbescheinigung' or 'certificate of freedom from rental debt'. Here's all you need to know about the document, when you'll need one and how to get it.