Germany and the EU

Brandenburger Tor, Bürgerfest in Berlin am 25. März 2007

German policy on Europe

After centuries of bloody conflict, the integration of states and their interests has defeated nationalism and brought Europe an unparalleled period of peace, prosperity and stability. That is why the completion of European integration is our top political objective.

Europaeische Union

EU Immigration Portal

Moving to the EU? Where do you apply for a German work permit? Does an Indian citizen need a residence permit to study in Spain? And if you have been exploited for work, who can you call for support?

Ludwig van Beethoven

Ludwig van Beethoven created Europe's hymn

The jubilation of the audience on the night of the premiere was something which Ludwig van Beethoven (1770-1827) could not even hear. The composer was completely deaf when he watched the world premiere of his Symphony No. 9 in D-minor, Opus 125, on May 7, 1824 in Vienna.

Germany and the EU

EU-Ratspräsidentschaft

Im Ersten Halbjahr 2012 tagt der Rat der Europäischen Union unter dem Vorsitz Dänemarks.

Europanachrichten

The EU News website provides summaries of news and updates on the latest EU initiatives.

Europäisches Jugendportal

The European Youth Portal offers European and national information of interest to young people. The portal gives information on 8 main themes, covers 31 countries and is available in 25 languages.