Private individuals

Overview

Would you like to cross the borders of the European Union or move your place of residence here temporarily or permanently? Maybe you are expecting a parcel from family and friends or you want to send goods to Germany? Or does your employer send you to Germany temporarily? Information on these and other questions can be found here.

Travel

Are you planning a journey through the countries of the European Union? Or are you already about to return home from Germany? You can find out everything you must bear in mind here.

Staying in Germany

Do you want to move to Germany from a non-EU country - perhaps because you have married? Do you go to school or a university in Germany? Or do you belong to the armed forces stationed here? Find out what is important.

Postal consignments, internet order

It is easy to order goods in the Internet - but what goods can be sent from abroad? Even it is a purely non-commercial consignment, not everything can be put in the parcel.

Work

Are you a foreigner who wants to work in Germany? You can find out what is most important about your rights and obligations as an employee here.

The Customs Portal

The Customs Portal offers simple and efficient access to customs services.

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