Migration counselling
Hotline "Working and Living in Germany" (BAMF and Federal Employment Agency)
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About this service
The federal information hotline run jointly by the Federal Office for Migration and Refugees and the Federal Employment Agency. Advisers answer questions in German and English on recognition of foreign qualifications, job search, entry and residence, and learning German, before or after you move. Lines are open Monday to Thursday 9:00–16:00 and Friday 9:00–12:00 German time. Calls cost your normal phone rate; from abroad, international charges apply.
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Sources
Last checked by our editors on 5 Oct 2026. Opening hours, appointments and fees change — please confirm on the official website before you go.
- Bundesamt für Migration und Flüchtlinge (BAMF)Official sourceHotline Working and Living in Germany
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- Anerkennung in Deutschland (BIBB on behalf of the federal government)Official sourceHotline "Working and Living in Germany"
(Opens {{site}} in a new tab) Accessed 5 Oct 2026Languages German and English; topics