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New immigrant in Germany, SCHUFA score is 328. Why so low?

For my apartment search I need a SCHUFA query (Auskunft), and I also need a good one. However, I was pretty surprised as it says my score is 328 out of 600, which is pretty low and a "high risk of bills not being paid". Is that normal for new…
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What are the things I should do after getting into Germany?

I recently got the type D Visa for the employment purpose. Now I'm confused. What are the things I shall be doing after entering Germany. When I checked my visa I could see the above lines being printed. Can someone please explain this to me?
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VBLklassik vs VBLextra

I am a national of one of the EU countries (not Germany), currently working at one of the German universities. As such, part of my salary goes to VBL, which is (if I understand correctly) an additional (in addition to the standard one) retirement…
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Mother lost French citizenship due to US naturalization, then regained it due to change in law. Was I born French?

My mother was born a French citizen in Algeria in 1952. She emigrated to the U.S. And was naturalized in 1970 or so. French law only permitted men to hold dual citizenship until 1973, at which point the law changed and recognized dual citizenship…
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Does my spouse from Africa need a visa to enter UK as family member of EEA

I am a Spanish citizen living in the UK, and my spouse is a Gambian national living in Gambia, I am intending to apply for him to join me in to the UK. I am currently in Gambia with him and I heard that there is a way that he will be able to come…
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Applying for French nationality through marriage, was separated for a short time, will there be any concequences?

I am applying for French nationality by way of marriage. We received a letter this morning which said we have to sign an attestation sur l'honneur which says we have not separated during our marriage. However we did separate for a short time. Under…
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Can a minor live abroad without parental consent?

I have two very abusive divorced parents. I am going to turn 17 and I am a citizen of the of the USA and Mexico. I have plans to move to Mexico City and I am not going to tell my parents, so basically I am running away. Is the US able to make me…
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can you travel out of the EU while waiting for Spanish residency past 90 days?

I'm a US citizen living in Spain with my EU husband and am waiting for Spanish residency and it's taking longer then my allowed 90 day stay. I was told to stay in the country while I wait. However, is it safe to travel to the US for a short trip…
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Is the arrival date I entered on my Japan visa application form flexible?

TL;DR: If I put "September 10" as my arrival date on my visa application form, will I have problems if I enter Japan on another day instead? I have been hired by an employer in Tokyo, but they have not told me my exact placement yet, and I have not…
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Is it possible to get Adderall or Ritalin in China?

I have ADHD and going to move to China. Is it possible to get Adderall, Ritalin or equivalent ADHD drugs in China?
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Can a US permanent resident study abroad without abandoning that status?

A lawful permanent resident of the United States who lives outside the US for an extended period of time may be found to have abandoned their status, even if they visit the US occasionally at least once a year. This determination can be made by an…
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Work from Prague while being employed in German company and German blue card

I am working in a German company and have the blue card here (less than one year). There is an on-site project in Prague for at least 6 months which I am interested in. So my question is: Can I legally work from Prague while stay employed in Germany…
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Brexit: what happens to an EU citizen signing for a UK job now?

I haven't been able to figure out what's the status of an EU citizen signing up for a UK job now, starting sometime in the future, if the company is not able to provide Visa sponsorship. In particular, What happens if Brexit happens between the…
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Updating address in Blue Card - Germany

I am a Blue card holder. Existing address is printed on my blue card. I am planning to shift to a new apartment. What are the procedures to change the address? Should take appointment from Auslanderbehörde and submitted application there? How long…
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Can I work remotely in Australia for 2 months per year?

I have a UK employer and wish to work remotely (which is possible, I work from home often) while in Australia for 2-3 months per year. Technically this is not long enough to be considered living in Australia so I'm interested in how I would go…
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