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Germany plugs sanctions loophole: Residence Act now criminalises facilitation of entry for EU-listed individuals
Effective 6 February 2026, Germany’s Residence Act now bans and criminalises any assistance that allows EU-sanctioned individuals to enter or transit the country. Airlines, mobility providers and corporate travel teams face prison sentences and must immediately enhance sanctions screening for all movements involving German territory.
Verdi threatens ‘last wave’ of strikes across German states ahead of final pay talks
Public-sector union Verdi will stage wider warning strikes across German states early next week, potentially disrupting hospitals, schools and state services that support immigration processing and local travel. Corporate mobility teams should expect appointment delays and minor transport interruptions until talks resume on 11 February.