New EU Entry/Exit System (EES): what expats and travelers need to know
Starting 12 October 2025, the European Union officially launched the Entry/Exit System (EES), a new border control system for non-EU travelers entering or leaving the Schengen Area. This system replaces the traditional passport stamps with digital biometric registration, including fingerprints and facial scans, to track entries and exits automatically. What is the EES and why […]
Fast-track German citizenship has ended: what expats need to know
Since 8 October 2025, Germany has officially ended the 3-year fast-track naturalization process for individuals considered “exceptionally well integrated.” Until now, this special rule allowed some residents to apply for German citizenship after only three years of residence, provided they met strict integration criteria — such as strong language skills, community involvement, and professional or […]
Germany goes digital: your new electronic health record
From October 1, 2025, all doctors, clinics, and hospitals in Germany will be required to use the electronic patient record (ePA). It’s a major step in the digital transformation of the German healthcare system — designed to make medical care faster, safer, and more transparent. What is the ePA? The ePA (elektronische Patientenakte) is your […]