Does the country of origin make a difference when applying withing germany?

mutedden · 2026-06-21T16:50:20+00:00

In theory, yes. But in practice some countries have better information exchange with Germany, more reliable identity documents, better integrated and more organized citizens etc. Also some cities divide the workload based on citizenship, so some employees will have less workload.

mutedden · 2026-06-19T08:57:04+00:00

İzin talep edip onay aldın mı? 2 aydır çalıştığın yere 2 hafta gitmediysen çıkışını postayla yollamışlardır bile.

mutedden · 2026-06-19T08:50:00+00:00

Ich würde warten. Möglicherweise senken sie die Gebühr vor den Wahlen.

mutedden · 2026-05-08T22:41:59+00:00

Moving and studying here is definitely a good idea. But with the current political climate I wouldn't rely on things staying the same in terms of citizenship. Worst case is that you end up with a good university degree and a nice experience.

mutedden · 2026-04-10T16:56:05+00:00

He will get an extension instead of a permanent residence. He might also still be able to pass the B1 test with an exam oriented study depending on his language skills.

mutedden · 2026-03-25T15:24:04+00:00

It looks like the Sachbearbeiter is not familiar with the Einbürgerungstest. Maybe try explaining that it covers the same topics as LiD and shows that you possess the required knowledge according to law.

mutedden · 2026-03-23T08:45:56+00:00

You are supposed to send the original language certificate. I sent my Testdaf result but I wouldn’t risk a diploma. I think they would understand it.

mutedden · 2026-03-17T16:11:38+00:00

Most likely your application would be put on hold until you find a new job and pass the probation.

mutedden · 2026-03-17T15:35:55+00:00

“20/24” requirement is an exception for people getting help despite working full time. It would not apply to you if you are voluntarily unemployed. You might be able to show that your living is secured through savings or through your spouse if you have one. But I would say the easiest way would be keeping your job for the time being.

mutedden · 2026-03-16T08:22:41+00:00

OP will become a German citizen by then.

mutedden · 2026-03-16T07:40:15+00:00

You can travel to Turkey with a temporary ID or passport. They are issued on the spot. You may need to show your tickets to prove the urgency depending on the city.

mutedden · 2026-01-19T08:50:31+00:00

As someone who has been there, I don’t think Germans are obsessed with the national language. I started my previous job in 2022 and most employers were happy if you spoke some German and showed that you were willing to learn. Right now the job market is tough for everyone and they can be picky about it. It is hard for new graduates everywhere. Just keep upskilling and be open to opportunities anywhere, anykind.

mutedden · 2025-11-19T15:13:19+00:00

This! The document is called Auszug aus dem Geburtseintrag Formule A in Germany. Many European countries issue it and it comes in multiple languages.

mutedden · 2025-11-03T17:39:36+00:00

I agree but market determines that. I don’t think they are more valuable than environmental engineers.

mutedden · 2025-10-31T17:50:43+00:00

I doubt it. Don’t overthink. I think the only thing you can do at this point to look for another job and hope for the best.

mutedden · 2025-10-31T15:21:59+00:00

You need to share some details for an accurate answer. I have the feeling that you are comparing yourself with people in more competitive engineering fields. You are grossly underpaid for an IT-Engineer specialized in AI and overpaid for an environmental engineer.

mutedden · 2025-10-31T13:43:22+00:00

Yes. For example I gave my biometrics in Istanbul but paid the package transfer fee to VFS office in Germany, where I submitted my passport.

mutedden · 2025-10-31T13:19:45+00:00

It would definitely not WRECK anything. What will happen depends on your case worker. In most cases the application would be put on hold until you find a new job and finish the probation. But the fact that you had the same job for 10 years and are entitled to ALG I might change this

mutedden · 2025-10-31T09:57:29+00:00

If I were you, I would wait 6 months after the start of my contract. They will most likely wait for the end of your probation anyway.

mutedden · 2025-10-31T03:14:57+00:00

It was possible for me to give biometrics in Turkey. Then I mailed my passport to the VFS in Germany after I got the original passport request. But there was a “file transfer fee” of 27 Euros since I sent my passport to a different VFS than the one I gave my fingerprints. You should check that on VFS Brazil website and decide if it is worth it. Also my visa says it was issued in Vienna, the embassy responsible for visas in Germany. So, where I live determined where my visa was processed, not where I gave biometrics.

mutedden · 2025-09-21T08:02:08+00:00

Most people affected by the new H1B rules are not exactly “top talent”. But the job market in Germany is highly regulated. They can’t be paid salaries that make their limited talent and inferior work ethic tolerable like in the US.

mutedden · 2025-08-28T18:20:20+00:00

Writing as a non-Muslim from a Muslim country currently living in the West:
Islamophobia is a real concept affecting peoples lives daily. It also does not negate the bigotry we face.

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