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Subsequent entry of spouses: language skills required before entering the country

Language skills are an elementary requirement to ensure successful integration. Foreign nationals who want to move to Germany to be with their spouse must therefore be able to prove that they have basic German-language skills before they enter the country.

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Economic migration (third-country nationals)

Anyone who wishes to work in Germany as an economic migrant needs a residence title for the purpose of gaining employment. The individual’s qualifications and skills are crucial. There are special procedures and conditions that ease the process of immigration for highly-qualified professionals, academics and the self-employed.

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Conditions for studying in Germany

There are certain conditions to be observed for non-EU citizens wishing to study in Germany. In addition to having adequate language skills for the training, those interested in studying in Germany also need a visa to enter the country. You can find out more specific information here.

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Ethnic German resettlers

Ethnic German resettlers are ethnic Germans from the successor states of the former Soviet Union and from other East European states. By means of a special acceptance process they are entitled to live in Germany.

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