What foreigners should know about Germany's digital ID cards and residence permits
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Germany is taking significant strides towards the digitalisation of administrative services, with key changes to ID documents and residence permits set for implementation in May. Although Germany is traditionally slow to adapt to technology, recent developments include online visa applications introduced in January and ongoing modernization efforts in major cities like Berlin. Citizens will soon have the ability to apply for electronic ID and residence permits in a streamlined process that may require just a single visit to local offices, showing a modern shift in the handling of administrative tasks.
Germany's digitalisation of administrative services is gaining momentum with online applications for ID documents and residence permits expected by May, marking significant progress.
While Germany has a reputation for slow digital adaptation, recent advancements, especially in visa applications and eID card processes, show a surprising shift towards modernization.
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