The BAMF informs: Adjustment of the funding criteria for Turkish nationals from 01.07.2024

From 1st July, 2024, persons with Turkish citizenship who have stayed in Germany for up to six months can only be granted travel expenses and financial support for the trip in the event of a voluntary return. The date of application is decisive for proof of the length of stay.

Persons with Turkish nationality who have been staying in Germany for more than six months:

For people who have stayed for more than six months, the regular REAG/GARP 2.0 funding including GARP assistance (1st start-up assistance) can still be granted. These people can also continue to apply for StarthilfePlus funding (2nd start-up assistance) and EURP benefits.

Persons with Turkish nationality who have been staying in Germany for less than six months:

From 1st July, 2024, travel expenses and travel assistance can be granted for people staying for up to six months. StarthilfePlus funding (2nd start-up aid) and/or EURP benefits will no longer be available.