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Life on your terms.
Life on your terms.
Drift helps you handle the legal side so you can live or start a business in Germany faster, with lawyers if needed.
Award-winning and
backed by leading impact VCs
Award-winning and
backed by leading impact VCs
Access to lawyers is broken
Access to lawyers
is broken
You're on your own out there
You're on your own out there
Ausländerbehörde, BAMF, embassies... each agency has different forms, different timelines, different requirements.
No single source tells you the complete picture. Reddit threads contradict official PDFs. One wrong assumption and you're back at square one.
The average time spent researching before you even start your application
Of the work still falls on you: gathering documents,
chasing apostilles, booking appointments
Of the work still falls on you: gathering documents,
chasing apostilles, booking appointments
Of your life on pause. No lease. No bank account. Just waiting.
Applicants are rejected on first submission due to documentation errors.
So you try to hire a lawyer
So you try to hire a lawyer
They quote you hourly rates. They speak in §18b and "Aufenthaltstitel" without explanation.
Two weeks later, you're still waiting on that
"quick question" you emailed.
You don’t know when they’ll reply.
You don’t know when they’ll reply.
Your application disappears into the system.
No tracking number. No status updates.
Just months of silence while your job offer, your apartment search, your life are all on hold.
All the risk? On you.
All the risk? On you.
€255 application fee, non-refundable if rejected. Lawyer retainer upfront. Translation fees before you know if they're even needed.
You pay first. You wait. You hope.
So we're fixing it.
So we're fixing it.
By making it cheaper
Drift charges one flat fee, 60% less than traditional firms. No hourly billing, no surprise invoices. And when lawyers are needed, we automate the admin work so they focus on review, which keeps costs down for you.
By making it simple and fast
12x faster than traditional law firms. Drift keeps everything in one place. Your documents, your status, your next steps. And if you have a question, we reply in hours, not days.
Start your case now
By increasing acceptance chances
Every Drift application is expert-reviewed, and lawyer-reviewed when needed, formatted exactly how government offices expect. That's why 99% get approved the first time.
Start your case now
Bye, Headaches.
Drift coordinates between you, your lawyer, and the government so nothing slips through the cracks. You focus on your move.
Start your case now
By making it cheaper
Drift charges one flat fee, 60% less than traditional firms. No hourly billing, no surprise invoices. And when lawyers are needed, we automate the admin work so they focus on review, which keeps costs down for you.
By making it simple and fast
12x faster than traditional law firms. Drift keeps everything in one place. Your documents, your status, your next steps. And if you have a question, we reply in hours, not days.
By increasing acceptance chances
Every Drift application is expert-reviewed, and lawyer-reviewed when needed, formatted exactly how government offices expect. That's why 99% get approved the first time.
Bye, Headaches.
Drift coordinates between you, your lawyer, and the government so nothing slips through the cracks. You focus on your move.
Start your case now
By making it cheaper
Drift charges one flat fee, 60% less than traditional firms. No hourly billing, no surprise invoices. And when lawyers are needed, we automate the admin work so they focus on review, which keeps costs down for you.
By making it simple and fast
12x faster than traditional law firms. Drift keeps everything in one place. Your documents, your status, your next steps. And if you have a question, we reply in hours, not days.
Start your case now
By increasing acceptance chances
Every Drift application is expert-reviewed, and lawyer-reviewed when needed, formatted exactly how government offices expect. That's why 99% get approved the first time.
Start your case now
Bye, Headaches.
Drift coordinates between you, your lawyer, and the government so nothing slips through the cracks. You focus on your move.
Start your case now
Getting started is easy
Getting started is easy
One platform to start, manage, and complete your case with experts built in.
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You answer a few questions
Drift asks the right questions and figures out what kind of case you have.
You answer a few questions
Drift asks the right questions and figures out what kind of case you have.
You answer a few questions
Drift asks the right questions and figures out what kind of case you have.
You're matched
You can upgrade for a lawyer review, full representation, or support from other specialists.
You're matched
You can upgrade for a lawyer review, full representation, or support from other specialists.
You're matched
You can upgrade for a lawyer review, full representation, or support from other specialists.
Your case is assessed
We help you track documents, deadlines, and next steps. A dedicated expert keeps everything moving.
Your case is assessed
We help you track documents, deadlines, and next steps. A dedicated expert keeps everything moving.
Your case is assessed
We help you track documents, deadlines, and next steps. A dedicated expert keeps everything moving.
With you until the end
With you until
the end
Experts handle everything
We coordinate it all. You just upload and approve.
We don't guess. We track.
Every deadline, every document, every government response
Your data is safe
GDPR-compliant. European servers. Your passport and documents never leave the EU.
Experts handle everything
We coordinate it all. You just upload and approve.
We don't guess. We track.
Every deadline, every document, every government response
Your data is safe
GDPR-compliant. European servers. Your passport and documents never leave the EU.
Experts handle everything
We coordinate it all. You just upload and approve.
We don't guess. We track.
Every deadline, every document, every government response
Your data is safe
GDPR-compliant. European servers. Your passport and documents never leave the EU.
By the people, for the people.
Inspired, Created and Driven by people like you
We’re driven by the people we serve: Immigrants, families, and founders whose journeys define the solutions we deliver.
"…I am so happy you are working to solve this …"
German bureaucracy is such a big issue here. I am so happy you are working to solve this problem; there is a lot of scope for improvement. I will sign up for sure. Wishing you lots of success. I hope this post reaches other immigrants as well
Posted on
"Great first discussion"
Great first discussion, the team took their time to listen and understand what we wanted. Well done!
Posted on
"This is amazing! Excellent work…"
This is amazing! Excellent work, especially in the times we are living in. I am an immigrant myself, which would be helpful before. Congratulations again!
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"An outstanding experience"
My naturalization process had been stuck for months, but they were able to unblock it. Even if they hadn’t reached the final goal, the progress made was already an achievement because I hadn’t heard anything back from the LEA since the very beginning.
Drift asked me to submit my documents at the end of October, and just two months later after a little back and forth with the LEA, I received my citizenship appointment on December 23rd. The team is super responsive, professional, and clearly very competent. I couldn’t recommend them more. Getting the process completed in less than two months was totally worth it.
Posted on
"Helpful, Patient, Prompt and Informative…"
The Drift Team was extremely helpful and provided great advice from the intro call and right through till the process was successfully completed.
Nouran, the head of immigration, was patient and prompt with all the information we asked and the follow ups with the LEA.
I would highly recommend reaching out to them if you face roadblocks in your immigration process.
Posted on
"An outstanding experience"
My naturalization process had been stuck for months, but they were able to unblock it. Even if they hadn’t reached the final goal, the progress made was already an achievement because I hadn’t heard anything back from the LEA since the very beginning.
Drift asked me to submit my documents at the end of October, and just two months later after a little back and forth with the LEA, I received my citizenship appointment on December 23rd. The team is super responsive, professional, and clearly very competent. I couldn’t recommend them more. Getting the process completed in less than two months was totally worth it.
Posted on
"…No one should have to go through immigration feeling lost, frustrated, or alone…"
This hits home. I applied for German citizenship in 2022, finally got it in 2023—and even with all the privilege of stability and resources, the process was brutal.
So much waiting, so much paperwork, and so many moments of 'Did I mess this up?' I love what you're building with Drift. No one should have to go through immigration feeling lost, frustrated, or alone. Making the process accessible? That's a game- changer. Cheering you on!
Posted on
"…I am so happy you are working to solve this …"
German bureaucracy is such a big issue here. I am so happy you are working to solve this problem; there is a lot of scope for improvement. I will sign up for sure. Wishing you lots of success. I hope this post reaches other immigrants as well
Posted on
"Helpful, Patient, Prompt and Informative…"
The Drift Team was extremely helpful and provided great advice from the intro call and right through till the process was successfully completed.
Nouran, the head of immigration, was patient and prompt with all the information we asked and the follow ups with the LEA.
I would highly recommend reaching out to them if you face roadblocks in your immigration process.
Posted on
"Great first discussion"
Great first discussion, the team took their time to listen and understand what we wanted. Well done!
Posted on
"An outstanding experience"
My naturalization process had been stuck for months, but they were able to unblock it. Even if they hadn’t reached the final goal, the progress made was already an achievement because I hadn’t heard anything back from the LEA since the very beginning.
Drift asked me to submit my documents at the end of October, and just two months later after a little back and forth with the LEA, I received my citizenship appointment on December 23rd. The team is super responsive, professional, and clearly very competent. I couldn’t recommend them more. Getting the process completed in less than two months was totally worth it.
Posted on
"This is amazing! Excellent work…"
This is amazing! Excellent work, especially in the times we are living in. I am an immigrant myself, which would be helpful before. Congratulations again!
Posted on
"…No one should have to go through immigration feeling lost, frustrated, or alone…"
This hits home. I applied for German citizenship in 2022, finally got it in 2023—and even with all the privilege of stability and resources, the process was brutal.
So much waiting, so much paperwork, and so many moments of 'Did I mess this up?' I love what you're building with Drift. No one should have to go through immigration feeling lost, frustrated, or alone. Making the process accessible? That's a game- changer. Cheering you on!
Posted on
"An outstanding experience"
My naturalization process had been stuck for months, but they were able to unblock it. Even if they hadn’t reached the final goal, the progress made was already an achievement because I hadn’t heard anything back from the LEA since the very beginning.
Drift asked me to submit my documents at the end of October, and just two months later after a little back and forth with the LEA, I received my citizenship appointment on December 23rd. The team is super responsive, professional, and clearly very competent. I couldn’t recommend them more. Getting the process completed in less than two months was totally worth it.
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Drift is different.
Drift is different.
Immigration, contracts, company setup, whatever it is, you can try doing it solo… or do it the smarter way.
Without Drift
Doing it alone feels cheaper at first, but fixing mistakes later costs more.
€300+/hour fees,
unpredictable bills
40h spent on admin + research
No transparency: hard to track progress
With Drift
Clear plan, instant quote,
legal expertise, all in one place.
Starts just €199 one time, pay in monthly installment plans
AI tools that make boring paperwork way easier
Handled end-to-end,
fully online
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I know Drift is legitimate?
Drift is legit. We’re a real German company, working with licensed immigration lawyers, built by immigrants who wanted something simpler, clearer, and actually helpful.
Why should I use Drift instead of going directly to a lawyer?
What makes Drift different from immigration agencies?
Do you actually work with the Ausländerbehörde?
How do I know Drift is legitimate?
Drift is legit. We’re a real German company, working with licensed immigration lawyers, built by immigrants who wanted something simpler, clearer, and actually helpful.
Why should I use Drift instead of going directly to a lawyer?
What makes Drift different from immigration agencies?
Do you actually work with the Ausländerbehörde?
How do I know Drift is legitimate?
Drift is legit. We’re a real German company, working with licensed immigration lawyers, built by immigrants who wanted something simpler, clearer, and actually helpful.
Why should I use Drift instead of going directly to a lawyer?
What makes Drift different from immigration agencies?
Do you actually work with the Ausländerbehörde?
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