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How to Get Your UK Qualifications Recognized in Germany

An Expat Guide for British Professionals and Skilled Workers Germany is facing an aging population and a growing skilled labor shortage. This offers great career opportunities for skilled workers and academics. For British citizens looking to build a career in Germany, the biggest question is often: Will my degree or vocational certificate be recognized? Since Brexit, the rules have changed. The United Kingdom is now legally considered a third country (a non-EU state). However, this…
Bernhard Schmeilzl
September 16, 2026
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Moving to Germany changes applicable Divorce and Inheritance Laws

Expats from Britain or the United States should be aware of the unique rules that apply to divorce or the death of a family member while living in Germany. When businesses think about expanding to Germany and sending UK or US staff to Europe, they usually obtain tons of advice about visas, work permits, German employment law and the practical issues of relocating from an Anglo-American country to Germany. What rarely occurs to anyone are…
Bernhard Schmeilzl
September 16, 2026