Orientation course Berlin | BAMF funded | migrants | Refugees | foreigners | free of charge

All facts at a glance

Start:
Entry by arrangement

Duration and procedure:
5 weeks
(100 units* orientation course)

lesson times:
4 UE per day, morning and afternoon courses

Conclusion:
Certificate “Certificate of Participation in the Life in Germany Test”

Registration and costs:
The course is free of charge for you and is funded by the Federal Office for Migration and Refugees (BAMF). We will help you with the registration and the documents.

*UE= teaching unit (45 minutes)

Target group and requirements

The target group for the BAMF integration course includes various groups of people. In general, the legal entitlement to course participation applies to foreigners who have received their residence permit after January 01, 2005 and are staying permanently in Germany (Section 44 (1) of the Residence Act). Here you will get more information about the requirements for participation in the BAMF integration course.

Prerequisites for the orientation course

All persons the one Authorization to participate in the integration course to have.

Don't have permission yet?

Usually you need one Application before you can start the complete integration/orientation course. This application is submitted to the relevant regional authority using a form. If you need help with this, we will be happy to help you.

Due to the current situation in Ukraine, special regulations apply to Ukrainian refugees regarding the requirements for an integration course via the BAMF. In this case, the granting of residence is sufficient for temporary protection in accordance with Section 24 of the Residence Act. Here get more information.

Course of the orientation course (BAMF)

Before you complete the orientation course with a total of 100 teaching units, it is advisable to successfully complete the integration language course (B1 language level certificate). This is an important point in order to be able to successfully master any language difficulties that may arise.

Below is a rough schedule of the orientation course*:

1. Introduction:
   • Presentation of the course content and objectives.
   • Getting to know the participants and the teaching staff.
2. Topics of daily life in Germany:
   • Information about living, working and everyday life in Germany.
   • Dealing with authorities, public services and transport.
3. History, culture and values:
   • Overview of important epochs of German history.
   • Introduction to cultural features, holidays and traditions.
   • Discussion about values ​​like freedom, democracy and tolerance.
4. Law:
   • Basic principles of the German legal system.
   • Rights and duties of citizens.
   • Important aspects of family, labor and tenancy law.
5. People & Society:
   • The education system in Germany.
   • Family structures and living together in society.
   • Religious diversity and the importance of tolerance.
6. Final test “Living in Germany”:
   • Review of the knowledge acquired in the course.
   • If you pass the test, you will receive the “Certificate of Passing the Life in Germany Test”.

Complete integration course (700UE) course schedule:

As a participant, you undertake to attend the course regularly and to take the final exam.

* This is a sample schedule. The order may vary depending on the instructor.

Content of the orientation course

Topics that are important for comprehensive integration are discussed. For example, values ​​or norms differ from country to country, so that aspects of life in Germany are discussed in this context:

• German law: Insight into the legal system in Germany.
• History: Important milestones and turning points in German history.
• Culture: The facets of German culture and traditions.
• Man and society: social structures and societal norms.
• Upbringing and education: The educational system and educational principles in Germany.
• Values ​​and rules: Basic values ​​and social rules of living together.
• Religious Diversity: Insight into the different religions and their practice in Germany.
• Tolerance: The importance of acceptance and respect in German society.

Completion and exams of the orientation course (BAMF)

The aim of the orientation course is for the participants to be able to manage their everyday life independently at the end. Accordingly, the “Living in Germany” (LiD) test takes place at the end. This LiD certificate is part of the acquisition of the "Certificate Integration Course", which results from participation in the LiD and the successfully completed language course Language level B1 composed.

Test "Living in Germany" (Lid)

In this test, you will be asked about the knowledge you have gained in the orientation course. Among other things, it is about questions about the legal system, life in Germany and history. The questionnaire consists of 33 questions, each with four possible answers. This must be answered within 60 minutes with at least 15 correct questions. To prepare for the test, you can Questionnaire and a sample questionnaire be used, which contain sample questions.

Costs and funding from the BAMF

Participation in the orientation course is for you free, if you belong to the eligible target group:

• Aussiedler and their relatives
• Asylum seekers with good prospects of staying
• Asylum seekers close to the labor market who came to Germany before August 01.08.2019st, XNUMX
• Persons with a residence permit according to § 25 Abs. 5 AufenthG
• Tolerated according to § 60a Abs. 2 S. 3 AufenthG
• Persons who have been granted residence for temporary protection under Section 24 of the Residence Act

Other people are also entitled to take part in the integration course free of charge if they are in financial need, are receiving unemployment benefit II or are receiving support. These are people with other residence permits as well as Union or national citizens. For such permits, an application must be submitted to the respective regional office of the BAMF.

Advantages at the MIQR Berlin

We from Central German Institute for Qualification and Vocational Rehabilitation in Berlin (MIQR) offer both experienced integration consultants and professional BAMF lecturers. Our facility is characterized by a pleasant working atmosphere and modern equipment. Competent contact persons are always at your side, who will help you with both school and organizational problems. Our integration courses are also very varied. We place great emphasis on the social aspects of learning in a group and at the same time on individual support.

Our contacts at MIQR Berlin

Our contacts in Berlin are at your disposal for more information. Use our inquiry form or contact us:

Phone: 030 63412883-0
Contact person: Mr. Lorenz