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Certificate of no impediment to marriage (German nationals never resident in Germany)

Obtain a Certificate of no impediment to marriage for use abroad if you are a German national but have never been a resident or registered in Germany.

Guidance: When someone dies in Germany

The process when a British national dies in Germany, including registering the death, funerals and cremations, and bringing the person’s body to the UK.

Practical tips for foreign nationals relocating to Germany

Recent changes to the immigration and nationality rules have made Germany even more attractive for non-EU nationals seeking to relocate.

The Guide to Successful Living in Berlin

Moving to Berlin The city has few rules, but there are some things you should know. Check out 22 essential Dos and Donts for new Berliners.

Relocating to Germany for Work: Considerations and Steps for Employees Fragomen, Del Rey, Bernsen Loewy LLP

This blog provides an overview of considerations for those preparing to relocate to Germany for an employment opportunity.

WHAT SHOWS UP ON EMPLOYMENT BACKGROUND CHECKS

As the penultimate part of the pre-employment screening process, many employers conduct background checks to ensure they are making informed decisions about potential candidates.

Living in Germany as a foreigner: The ultimate guide

Like any country, living in Germany as a foreigner can have its pros and cons. Thinking of making the move Heres the reality of life in Germany laid bare.

10 pitfalls in German employment law

Employment related matters with employees in Germany can be very tricky and might feel quite exotic for North American inhouse counsels.

A comprehensive guide to buying property in Germany for expats

Looking at buying a property in Germany A comprehensive guide to the homebuying purchase for expats.

A comprehensive guide to buying property in Germany for expats

Looking at buying a property in Germany Daniela Koegel from finbird.digital brings us this comprehensive guide to the homebuying purchase for expats.

Strengthening German-Egyptian ties

Bilateral relations, opportunities for German businesses in Egypt, and cooperation between the two countries over green energy as Egypt prepares to host COP27

10 things you should know when Investing in Germany

The most common way to obtain ownership in German real estate under German Law is in the form of absolute ownership.

Germany to allow dual citizenship under new coalition agreement

Germany's new coalition government has unveiled plans to simplify the requirements for German citizenship, and allow dual nationality for non-EU citizens.

Ireland trade mission highlights opportunities in Germany

Tánaiste and Minister for Enterprise, Trade and Employment Leo Varadkar is in Berlin today on the final day of Enterprise Ireland's three-day trade mission to the UK, France and Germany.

Entering the employment relationship in Germany

A review of some of the key considerations when entering an employment relationship in Germany, including issues surrounding contracts and probationary periods.

Germany: Working from home - The legal framework for the new normal

Before the 2020 Coronavirus pandemic, off-site forms of working such as telework, alternating telework and working from home (WFH) were the exception rather than the rule for German employees.

Moroccos Tangier Med to Partner with Germanys Hamburg Port

The Moroccan-German agreement aims to facilitate the exchange of expertise in maritime port operations, traffic management, port cybersecurity, and innovation, according to a joint press release.

Hydrogen trade hopes boosted by Australia-Germany deal EURACTIVcom

A bilateral agreement aimed at increasing German imports of hydrogen produced from solar power plants in Australia could set a milestone in efforts to establish a global hydrogen market.

Germany Retains Top Nation Brand Ranking, the UK and Canada Round Out the Top Three

The United Kingdom moves to second place, its best performance ever recorded, with reputational gains on the Governance, Culture, People, and Tourism Indices. Canada ranks in third place for a second consecutive year.

UAE-Germany form joint task force to explore the potential of 4IR

Covid-19 has been accelerating a change for German-Emirati business relations

Europe becomes major destination for Ethiopian commodities

Taking over the U.S and China markets, European countries have become the major importers of Ethiopian commodities

Germany advances as Major Player in Pan-African Trade and Investment

Germany is currently active in a range of investments across the continent. The European leader played a major role in securing a $300 million facility from the United Nations Economic Commission for Africa.

Reinventing the German economy in a post-Covid world Lombard Odier

Policymakers face an uphill task remaking the economic model of the EUs largest economy to one less reliant on manufacturing and more on innovation

German companies to shrink business in Turkey

A recent survey revealed that almost half of German companies functioning in Turkey are thinking about shrinking their operations.

An interview with DLA Piper discussing labour employment in Germany

This article discusses various topics including legal developments, the enforcement of restrictive covenants and political debates about employment within Germany.

Angola Wants Greater German Business Presence

The Angolan Government aims for a greater involvement of German companies in the national economy.

German Budget Surplus Allows Big Investments, Scholz Says

Germanys record budget surplus will continue to allow high investment levels, Finance Minister Olaf Scholz said on the sidelines of the World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland.

Mexico gives Germany business, investment in southern region

Representatives of the governments of Mexico's southern-southeastern states offered German businessmen a series of businesses and investments in projects of the interoceanic corridor and the Mayan Train, the Secretariat of Foreign Affairs confirmed.

Germany Breaks Koreas Six-Year Streak as Most Innovative Nation

Germany took first place in the 2020 Bloomberg Innovation Index, breaking South Korea's six-year winning streak.

Germany looks to tackle skilled labor shortage

Germany looks to tackle skilled labour shortage. Hoping to recruit qualified workers from outside the EU in order to tackle its skilled labour shortage and prevent companies from moving business abroad.

Arab-German Efforts to Boost Partnership in Fields of Alternative Energy

Participants in the two-day Arab-German Business Forum discussed means of boosting partnerships in the field of alternative energy production. The Arab-German Chamber of Commerce and Industry (Ghorfa) organized this forum in Berlin, in which about 300 experts and researchers in the field of alternative energy from both sides have participated.

Irish businesses looking to German speaking countries

As Europes largest economy, Germany represents significant opportunity for growth for businesses in key sectors such as life sciences, pharmaceuticals, automotive and agritech. Smart businesses recognise the value of diversifying their export markets as a means of future proofing their ability to build scale and resilience. An examination of the business landscape and culture of the DACH region shows that Irish companies have much to gain.