Germany Introduces Border Exit Controls for Military-Age Men

All men aged 17 to 45 must obtain permission from a Bundeswehr career center if they plan to leave Germany for more than three months.

Germany has introduced new regulations requiring men aged 17 to 45 to obtain official permission before leaving the country for extended periods.

Effective as of January 1, 2026, this rule applies to individuals planning to stay abroad for more than three months, whether for education, employment, or long-term travel, according to Berliner Zeitung on Apr…