Additional Links and Recommended Reading

The fact sheet published by the Expert Council on Integration and Migration provides a brief, up-to-date overview of labor market access for EU citizens and third-country nationals “Immigration for the Purpose of Employment: An Overview of Key Regulations” (version dated March 1, 2021).

The “Practical Guide for EU Workers in Germany. A Guide to Good Working Conditions and Equal Treatment,” published by the Berlin Education Center for Migration, Refugees, and Integration (BEMA) and the Equal Treatment Office for EU Workers, provides a practical overview of the rights of EU workers in the German labor market. Using case studies from counseling practice, the guide outlines the first steps EU workers from other EU countries can take to assert their rights in the event of a dispute and lists points of contact for questions about labor law or if assistance is needed.