German men may need nod for long stays abroad
German men aged 17 to 45 may need to obtain approval for extended stays abroad under a new law. The law aims to strengthen the armed forces in response to threats since the Russia-Ukraine conflict.
German men aged 17 to 45 must obtain approval for stays abroad over three months. The Military Service Modernization Act introduced this rule to ensure a reliable military registration system. The law aims to increase the active force from 180,000 to 260,000 by 2035. Men must apply for a permit at a Bundeswehr Career Center. The permit is generally granted if no military service is expected during the period. The law is part of Germany's response to the Russia-Ukraine conflict.
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