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The BAföG reform (German student financial aid law) is neither stalled nor passed. What the coalition dispute means and which legislative steps remain open.

The coalition agreement wants to curb misuse of online sick notes. No law exists yet. Here is what is planned and what to keep in mind, as of November 2026.

Tuition for non-EU students in Germany is set by state law and applied by each university. The university publishes the amount per semester.

The driving licence reform 2027 is a draft law in the Bundestag. What it provides for theory, driving lessons, the test and supervised driving.

Deferral from military service is possible on application under section 12 of the Military Service Act if a particular hardship exists. For university study, the statute names the third semester.

Consumer rights in everyday life: withdrawal periods, warranty, direct debit and default notices at a glance, with links to every topic in the group.

How the 90-day rule applies in the Schengen area, why the backward calculation has applied since 2013, and how to check your days of stay.

Minijob limit, minimum wage, additional contribution and the BAföG draft: this overview shows the 2027 figures, their status and what to check for your budget.

The draft bill extends the German rent brake deadline to the end of 2029. What exactly changes, what remains open after 2029 and how to check the rule.

A subsidised Altersvorsorgedepot is only possible from 1 January 2027. What that means for signing in 2026 and when waiting or a Riester contract can make sense.