Sure about leaving? – Rumours about Germany

7 big lies of traffickers

What are some of the most common false promises made by human traffickers? Refugees told European media about the most common and most brazen lies they’ve had to hear.

True or false?

Will the German government get you a job?

No

The German government does not provide refugees with jobs. After arriving, asylum seekers are generally not allowed to work, and even if they are entitled to protection and thus allowed to stay, finding work often takes many years.

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Facts about voluntary return and forced return

If you come to Germany and are not granted a right to stay, you will have to leave the country immediately.

Who is allowed to stay in Germany and who is not?

The 4 forms of protection in German asylum law.

Germany opens labour market for skilled workers from non-EU countries

New rules for the immigration of skilled workers to Germany will enter into force in early 2020.

How to make your new start work.

New website online!

True or false?

Husband or wife in Germany = right to join them?

No

Anyone wanting to join their spouse in Germany must first meet certain requirements.

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True or false?

Are there new rules for non-EU citizens from the Balkans who would like to work in the EU?

No

Although you might have heard information to the contrary, there are no new provisions solely for nationals from these countries. For employment purposes they will still need a visa and a work permit, for which they will have to apply at the German Embassy in their country.

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True or false?

Do all refugees in Germany have the right to be reunited with their family members?

No

No. While the desire to be with your own family is understandable, this is not possible in every case. Whether refugees and migrants in Germany are entitled to be reunited with their family members to Germany is dependent on many different factors.

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True or false?

Is there a lottery for immigration to Germany?

No

A lottery ticket for immigration to Germany just a click away – sounds too good to be true? It is. There is no such thing as a lottery for coming to Germany. Be careful of fake websites and rumours on social media.

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True or false?

Has The Gambia signed a deportation agreement with Germany?

No

Media reports that German President Frank-Walter Steinmeier has signed an agreement with Gambian President Adama Barrow for 1,500 Gambians to be returned from Germany to The Gambia are not true. Both the German Foreign Office and the President's Office confirmed that there is no such treaty. Also, Gambian information minister Demba Jawo also clarified that The Gambia signed no agreement to accept Gambian returnees.

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5 steps to come to Germany legally

There are legal ways to come to Germany to work– if you have the right qualifications.

Migration is a life decision – get the facts first

7 big lies of traffickers

Will the German government get you a job?

No

Facts about voluntary return and forced return

Who is allowed to stay in Germany and who is not?

Germany opens labour market for skilled workers from non-EU countries

How to make your new start work.

Husband or wife in Germany = right to join them?

No

Are there new rules for non-EU citizens from the Balkans who would like to work in the EU?

No

Do all refugees in Germany have the right to be reunited with their family members?

No

Is there a lottery for immigration to Germany?

No

Has The Gambia signed a deportation agreement with Germany?

No

5 steps to come to Germany legally