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Up to 3 years of job-protected parental leave. How to request it, your rights, and how it works with Elterngeld.
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6 weeks before and 8 weeks after birth, with full pay. Who qualifies, how to apply, and how it connects to Elterngeld.
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See your personal Elterngeld amount based on your income and plan. Free, in English, no signup.
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The complete English guide to German parental allowance. Who qualifies, how much you get, how to plan your months.
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Step-by-step through the 23-page application. Documents, deadlines, common mistakes, and where to submit.
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Which visas qualify, what documents you need, and what to watch out for as a non-German parent.
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