Important news and policy changes affecting foreigners in Germany.
The AfD has won the 2026 state election in Saxony-Anhalt with 43.8% of the vote. It secured 39 seats in the state parliament. However, it needs 42 seats for a majority. This means the party cannot govern alone. Official election results All votes have been counted. The result remains provisional until it is formally confirmed […]
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Berlin’s state administration is dealing with a major cyberattack after criminals gained access to parts of the city’s government network and stole data. The attackers are demanding around €2 million, but the Berlin government says it will not pay. What happened? According to the Berlin Senate, data was taken from government systems between 7 and
Berlin Government Hit by Cyberattack: Hackers Demand Around €2 Million. Read More »
A smoke detector inspection scam in Germany is being used to gain access to people’s homes. Scammers pretend to be official inspectors and claim that they need to check whether smoke detectors, known as Rauchmelder, have been installed correctly. How the scam works The scammers may arrive without warning or send an official-looking letter or
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Several changes take effect in Germany in September 2026. They affect railway passengers, taxpayers, users of smart devices and consumers. Germany will also test its nationwide warning system, while Oktoberfest returns to Munich. Here are the most important dates and changes to know. Alcohol ban at more German railway stations From 1 September, drinking alcohol
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A German health insurance contribution increase may no longer be announced through a separate personal letter. Statutory health insurance providers are no longer legally required to send every member an individual warning when they raise their additional contribution, known as the Zusatzbeitrag. Your right to switch health insurance still exists, but you now need to
German Health Insurance Change: No More Letters About Increases and How to Switch Read More »
