Glossary — 220 German official terms explained

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DAAD (DAAD)

German Academic Exchange Service — the world's largest funding organization for international exchange of students and scientists.

I received a DAAD scholarship for my master's studies in Germany.

Education

Datenschutz (Data Protection)

Protection of personal data, regulated by GDPR and the Federal Data Protection Act.

Every company must appoint a data protection officer.

Law

Daueraufenthaltserlaubnis-EU (EU permanent residence permit)

EU-wide unlimited residence permit after 5 years of legal residence — similar to permanent residence permit.

The permanent residence permit-EU also allows relocation to other EU countries.

Authorities

Deckungszusage (coverage commitment)

Confirmation by legal protection insurance that it will cover the costs of legal proceedings.

Before filing a lawsuit, I obtained confirmation of coverage from my legal protection insurance.

Law

Duldung (Toleration Status)

Temporary suspension of deportation — not a residence status, but the stay is tolerated.

With toleration, one is generally not permitted to work.

Authorities

📚 Glossary — 220 German official terms explained