Plenty of foreigners in Germany are focusing on getting their citizenship applications ready now that the new law allowing dual citizenship is in force - but what papers should you get once you finally have it?
German has more than one special word for the practice of taking a day off to make the most out of public holidays that fall close to a weekend. But which word should you use? That depends a bit on where you are.
With only about 80 kilometres between them, Vienna and Bratislava are two of the closest capital cities in the world, with the Slovak capital ideal for a quick cross-border weekend or day trip.
The far-right Alternative for Germany (AfD) is set to win the second largest share of votes in the federal election, early exit polls have shown. What might it mean for Germany's attitude to foreigners?
Germany's proportional voting system means most governments are made up of a coalition of at least two parties - which affects what laws are possible. Here are the most likely coalitions to happen after the federal elections on February 23rd.
A motion to tighten up German borders and asylum rules controversially passed the Bundestag this week, relying on votes from the far-right Alternative for Germany (AfD). But a second motion may tell us more about where dual citizenship is headed.
While the centre-right Christian Democrats are riding high in German polls, they'll need a coalition partner to govern, with the SPD being an option. How might their pledges affect foreigners in Germany?
Knowing how Germany's electoral system works is key to understanding if - and how - certain immigration and citizenship laws could be changed under the next federal government.
The upcoming early election on February 23rd is the first one to take place since the government's new citizenship reform - which allows dual citizenship - came into force. So how soon do you need to have citizenship in order to vote this time?
A social media post by far-right Alternative for Germany (AfD) co-leader Alice Weidel has accused Berlin of giving out German passports in a "clearance sale" without making applicants go through interviews. We put the claim under a microscope.
With early elections on the cards after the German government collapse, signs are pointing to a new coalition led by the centre-right CDU. We spoke to experts to analyse what it could mean, from immigration and social issues to foreign policy.
Germany is the world's third-largest economy after the US and China - but in the last few years, it's been sluggish at best or even in recession. Why is it in the doldrums right now?
Germany is scheduled to have its next federal elections a year from now in September 2025. But with the current government so unpopular, many are suggesting an early election could be on the cards.
University is back in session in Germany, leading to higher demands for a "WG-Zimmer" or room in a flatshare. Sharing a flat is a common way for people to keep rental costs down in Germany but they are getting more expensive.
Thanks to India's ban on dual nationality, Indians generally have to renounce their citizenship if they want to naturalise in Germany. That said, there is a way to retain residency rights and links to India - even without an Indian passport.
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.
Any EU citizen living in Germany can vote in European elections, taking place around Europe until June 9th, when Germany goes to the polls. Why is the vote important?
Few experiences in Germany will take you through the full German bureaucratic, tax, and legal experience the way buying property here will - and there are plenty of fees. Here's what you need to know about extra charges so you don't face a nasty surprise.
Hundreds of millions of European citizens are eligible to vote in June's European elections. Germany is of course a founding member of the EU - so which foreign residents can vote?
Germany's coalition government is struggling. It's flagging in polls, sports few concrete policy wins, and its foreign policy is hotly debated. A notable exception is Interior Minister Nancy Faeser - a Social Democrat who remains a little discussed figure - despite overseeing legislation that hits at the core of Germany's identity.
A recently launched night train route - connecting Berlin with both Amsterdam and Brussels by night train - has how been extended to include the Saxon and Czech capitals.
The 2024 European elections take place around Europe from June 6th to June 9th but how do they work and what does the European parliament actually do and how does it work?
