Are you looking for information on how to change your country of residence while already having temporary protection in another EU country? Visit Ukraine lawyers know all the rules and are ready to tell you about all the available options. Find out how to organize a move using the example of a real request to the VU team of lawyers

Legal assistance on migration issues for Ukrainians in Ukraine and abroad

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Visit Ukraine lawyers receive new migration requests every day. Some of them require specialized advice or explanations, while others require support or a detailed analysis of the client's current situation and available options.

The mission of our lawyers is to help you solve any of your problems and questions, making both written and oral advice as useful and practical as possible. When you contact our specialists, you will not hear banal recitations of legislation or dry yes/no answers. Our team works to turn complex migration rules into a simple and understandable algorithm of actions. We explain how this works in practice using the example of a real request to VU lawyers.

Legal advice on migration issues - what you get when you contact Visit Ukraine specialists

Today we will analyze a real case of relocation, which will show that legal support from Visit Ukraine's specialized lawyers is not just a response to a request, but a real action plan that can be your key to a successful move.

Query: I am planning my move to Germany in February 2025. I am currently in France, I have been granted temporary protection for 2.5 years and I am officially employed. Next year I want to move to Berlin to live with my boyfriend and find a job there. I have the following questions:

– Where and how do I start the process of reissuing my documents?

– Will I be assigned to Berlin in Germany, provided that I have a place to register?

How to organize a move to Germany after another country?

So, how to legally change the country of residence within the framework of European legislation? This is the answer our client received:

Your request concerns the reissuance of temporary protection status in Germany and the possibility of settling in a specific city - Berlin. Let us analyze all your questions in detail.

1. How to start the process of reissuing documents?

As a person with temporary protection status in France, you have the right to apply to Germany for a similar status, but the process requires certain steps:

First step: Determine your legal status in France

You are currently granted temporary protection under EU Directive 2001/55/EC. This status allows you to relocate to another EU country, but there is a caveat: the transfer of temporary protection is possible only with the consent of the new host country (Germany).

Second step: Notify the French authorities of your desire to relocate

You need to contact the French prefecture that issued your temporary protection documents. Inform them that you are planning to move to Germany. You can request a letter confirming that your temporary protection in France has ended.

Third step: Entering Germany

After you arrive in Germany, you need to contact the Ausländerbehörde (BAMF) at your place of residence. You will apply for the transfer of your temporary protection from France to Germany by providing documents proving your status in France.

2. How do I ensure my allocation to Berlin?

Registration of residence (Anmeldung)

In Germany, residence registration (Anmeldung) is the key to deciding on your place of residence. If you have a place to live in Berlin, your chances of staying there increase significantly.

Your steps:

1. Ask your boyfriend to prepare a lease agreement or written confirmation that you can register at his address.

2. Upon arrival, go to the Bürgeramt (Citizen Service Center) in Berlin to register.

Distribution of refugees in Germany (Verteilungsverfahren)

Germany has a system of distributing persons with protection status among the federal states. However:

● If you are already registered in Berlin and can prove it, you will most likely be left in that city.

● If you are sent to another state, you can apply for reallocation (family reunification with a partner would be a good reason).

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3. Will you be able to find a job in Germany?

Your temporary protection status allows you to work in EU countries. After reissuing your documents in Germany, you will have access to the local labor market.

What do I need to work in Germany?

1. German tax identification number (Steuer-ID).

2. Registration with the social security authorities to obtain insurance.

3. If necessary, recognition of your qualifications (Anabin for diplomas or IHK for professions).

Recommendations for successful relocation:

1. Prepare all documents in advance:

● Document of temporary protection in France.

● Proof of your place of residence in Berlin.

● Any additional documents that may be required by the BAMF (certificates of marital status, your employment contract, etc.).

2. Contact the German authorities as soon as possible after arrival

In brief:

● Start the process by notifying the French prefecture.

● Ensure registration in Berlin to avoid being distributed to other Länder.

● Apply to the German BAMF in time to transfer your status.

Moving to Germany is a realistic and achievable plan if you follow all the steps and complete the documents in a timely manner. We wish you success in this important stage of your life!

How to sign up for a legal consultation with a Visit Ukraine lawyer?

Visit Ukraine specialists offer professional advice to Ukrainians on any migration issues (and not only). Our team includes specialized lawyers in relocation, visa obtainment, employment and study abroad, as well as starting and running a business in Ukraine and abroad.

To get qualified assistance, please select the appropriate area and follow the link:

– migration issues;

– visa application;

– work and study outside Ukraine;

– starting and running a business in Ukraine and relocating companies abroad.

After that, follow these simple steps:

1. Select the country (for which you want to get advice)

2. Choose the type of cooperation (written/oral consultation or support)

3. Fill in the form with your personal data

4. Agree to the terms of the contract and pay for the service

Alternative: if you do not know what type of consultation is best for your situation, contact our managers directly via Telegram or WhatsApp. Our specialists will advise you and help you make an appointment.

Visit Ukraine lawyers give not just advice, but a personalized solution, taking into account the specifics of the legislation and individual circumstances of the client. Sign up for a consultation now to get professional help and answers to all your questions.

Remember. There are no hopeless situations - there are professional solutions! And Visit Ukraine lawyers are always ready to provide these solutions.

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