— The VISARIGHT Dispatch · Vol. 2026 —
Plain-English immigration
— for people with lives to live.
Practical guides on visas, residence and recognition in Germany.
Change of purpose
Chancenkarte: Points System, Requirements and Application 2026
How Germany's points-based system under Section 20a of the Residence Act works, what you need to earn, speak and bring — and how to apply for the card step by step.
MAY 2020 MIN READ
Switching Your Residence Permit Purpose in Germany: Your 2026 Guide
From studies to employment, from vocational training to skilled worker, from job search to EU Blue Card — when switching residence-permit purpose works without leaving Germany.
MAY 0524 MIN READ
Up-to-date research and plain-English explanations of German residence law — written and reviewed by our team.