Germany has eased its citizenship rules, allowing many foreign residents to naturalize after five years of legal stay.

Spouses of German citizens and legal residents can now reunite in Germany through a streamlined spouse visa process. This long-stay visa, requiring basic German language skills, allows entry and ...

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