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Digital, secure, and efficient. The new Entry/Exit System (EES) will replace passport stamping.

Foreign guests face various challenges when applying for a visa and entering Germany. Inviting companies can support them.

China still requires an official PU invitation for certain countries of origin.

The tips for business success in the United States have been updated. The exclusive publication for VDMA members is now available in German and English.

Short-term work assignments in the UK are possible without a visa on the basis of a purchase or leasing contract. Otherwise a visa is required.

Schengen visa may allow short-term deployment of non-EU service technicians in Germany.

Travel to Russia is possible, but increasingly security considerations must be taken into account.

Short-term business trips are possible without a visa, but a visa is required for assemblers and service assignments.

Get informed about current developments in India.

The VDMA offers events on current foreign trade topics, on the web and live on site.

Additional PCR test after entry eliminated.

The revision of the tips brochure on doing business in China is now available. It contains highlights on the most important aspects of trading with China and at the same time links them to the respective experts in the VDMA.

The VDMA Foreign Trade team supports VDMA member companies in the internationalization of mechanical and plant engineering. We provide you with practical support in all matters relating to foreign business.

China, India, Japan, USA, Brazil or Singapore: Our VDMA liaison offices abroad help you with your commitment in the most important foreign markets.