More Transparency for International Employees – Where to Find Reliable Information About Employment Contracts

New Information Obligation for Employers Starting 1 January 2026 From 1 January 2026, a new legal obligation will apply to employers in Germany who hire skilled professionals from third countries. As soon as an employment contract is signed with a person from a non-EU country, employers must inform the new employee in writing about the […]



Work-and-Stay Agency: A Path to Faster Immigration of International Skilled Workers

Formal consultation process launched for the design of the Work-and-Stay Agency Until the 28th January 2026, employers, including those in the healthcare sector, are invited to submit feedback on the planned Work-and-Stay Agency (WSA). The aim of the agency is to act as a central point of contact (“one-stop shop”) for all parties involved, to […]