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We got you.

Residency and citizenship applications, assisted by AI, backed by licensed immigration lawyers. From €199, with a 100% approval rate.

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Worried?
We got you.

Residency and citizenship applications, assisted by AI, backed by licensed immigration lawyers. From €199, with a 100% approval rate.

Talk to an Expert

Get Started

Our work speaks through numbers. Here’s what we’ve achieved so far.

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Lives improved

Every application means someone got to stay, work, or be with the people they love.

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Lives improved

Every application means someone got to stay, work, or be with the people they love.

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€ Saved in legal fees

We replace €200 consults and endless invoices with one fair, all-in price.

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€ Saved in legal fees

We replace €200 consults and endless invoices with one fair, all-in price.

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Filing time

Our fastest record — reviewed and filed in under 24 hours.

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Filing time

Our fastest record — reviewed and filed in under 24 hours.

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Years of expertise

That’s how we catch the stuff Google can’t.

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Years of expertise

That’s how we catch the stuff Google can’t.

Our work speaks through numbers. Here’s what we’ve achieved so far.

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Lives improved

Every application means someone got to stay, work, or be with the people they love.

0k+

€ Saved in legal fees

We replace €200 consults and endless invoices with one fair, all-in price.

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Filing time

Our fastest record — reviewed and filed in under 24 hours.

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Years of expertise

That’s how we catch the stuff Google can’t.

Fits your needs
and beyond

For Tech workers, researchers, founders, freelancers, students, and families.

For Tech workers, researchers, founders, freelancers, students, and families.

For everyone

  • Tech & IT Workers

  • Founders

  • Freelancers

  • Researchers

  • Employees

  • Family of German/EU Residents

For All Pathways

  • Self Employment

  • Citizenship

  • Citizenship by descent

  • Permanent Residency

  • EU Blue Card

  • Family Reunion

For All Needs

  • Urgent travel

  • Status change

  • Inaction lawsuit

  • Deportation defense

  • Descent claim

  • Permit upgrade

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⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

“ Someone quoted me €2,500 and said it would take 6 weeks to file.

Drift handled it for €499 in under two weeks. Niederlassungserlaubnis approved on the first attempt.”

S.K

Software Engineer · Berlin · Permanent Residence

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Meet your legal Team

Some of the best immigration lawyers in Germany, working with you.

Meet your legal Team

Some of the best immigration lawyers in Germany, working with you.

Burkhard Vollmacht

Business Immigration Expert

Burkhard Vollmacht

Business Immigration Expert

Eva Witt

Immigration Lawyer Partner

Eva Witt

Immigration Lawyer Partner

Daniel Weber

Immigration Lawyer Partner

Daniel Weber

Immigration Lawyer Partner

Fits your needs
and beyond

A rejected application costs €255 and months of your life. We cost less than the stress.

One-time

Installment plans

File with Drift

We file your application.


Starting from

€

199

EUR

One-time fee

Start your case now

What's Included:

Your full application prepared and
filed by Drift

Regular follow-ups so your case doesn’t get stuck

24h response time from your
case manager

Option to upgrade if your case
gets tricky

Lawyer Reviewed

Drift files your application, a licensed immigration lawyer signs off.


Starting from

€

399

EUR

One-time fee

Start your case now

Most Popular

What's Included:

Everything in "File with Drift"

If the process stalls or you’re treated unfairly, we bring in legal backup.

30-min legal assessment by a licensed immigration lawyer

Lawyer Represented

A licensed immigration lawyer officially represents you.


Starting from

€

999

EUR

One-time fee

Start your case now

What's Included:

Your case handled fully by a licensed immigration lawyer

Direct follow-up and representation with authorities

Legal arguments and appeals
if needed

Best for citizenship, complex, sensitive, or high-stakes cases

Fits your needs
and beyond

A rejected application costs €255 and months of your life. We cost less than the stress.

One-time

Installment plans

File with Drift

We file your application.


Starting from

€

199

EUR

One-time fee

Start your case now

What's Included:

Your full application prepared and
filed by Drift

Regular follow-ups so your case doesn’t get stuck

24h response time from your
case manager

Option to upgrade if your case
gets tricky

Lawyer Reviewed

Drift files your application, a licensed immigration lawyer signs off.


Starting from

€

399

EUR

One-time fee

Start your case now

Most Popular

What's Included:

Everything in "File with Drift"

If the process stalls or you’re treated unfairly, we bring in legal backup.

30-min legal assessment by a licensed immigration lawyer

Lawyer Represented

A licensed immigration lawyer officially represents you.


Starting from

€

999

EUR

One-time fee

Start your case now

What's Included:

Your case handled fully by a licensed immigration lawyer

Direct follow-up and representation with authorities

Legal arguments and appeals
if needed

Best for citizenship, complex, sensitive, or high-stakes cases

Here's how
it works

For Tech workers, researchers, founders, freelancers, students, and families.

Get started

STEP 1

Tell us what you need help with

Whether it’s applying, renewing, switching, or fixing something that went wrong.

We’ll ask a few questions so we can understand your case and get you on the right track.

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.

STEP 2

Your case gets a full review

Our team reviews your documents and details. If something's missing, we'll reach out. Otherwise, sit tight, we've got this.

STEP 3

Talk strategy with your expert

We'll schedule a 1:1 to walk you through our recommended path forward. You ask anything, we align on next steps, and you leave knowing exactly what happens next.

Our partner experts are experienced in complex legal matters

On average, a session
is available within 24 hours

Lina from Drift

Today 09:17

Your application is now ready to file!

STEP 4

File with Drift

Your documents are prepped, checked, and ready to go. Submit your application in a few clicks, no paperwork, no guesswork.

STEP 5

Need a lawyer? We've got one ready.

If your case is complex, high-stakes, or time-sensitive, upgrade to a qualified lawyer who already knows your file. No repeating yourself. No starting over.

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Upload Documents

Document in review

Application being prepared

Application Submitted

Application Approved

Appointment : Aug 10, 2025

STEP 6

We follow up. You stay updated.

We follow up with authorities, escalate when things take too long, and keep you updated at every step. When it's done, everything lives in your Drift vault.

Case Manager

Your documents have been reviewed.

Your documents have been reviewed.

Your application has been submitted! 🎉

Your application has been submitted! 🎉

You

Hi Nouran, I just picked up my card !

Hi Nouran, I just picked up my card !

Thank you for making this so smooth
I’m so glad I had you guys 🙌

Thank you for making this so smooth
I’m so glad I had you guys 🙌

Success
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Our work speaks for itself, but our clients say it even better.

Thanks for sharing this so quickly, I really appreciate how proactive you and the team have been throughout this process so far. It's reassuring to have the Aktenzeichen confirmed and to know that LEA is aware of Eva's representation.

Sumit

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Thanks for sharing this so quickly, I really appreciate how proactive you and the team have been throughout this process so far. It's reassuring to have the Aktenzeichen confirmed and to know that LEA is aware of Eva's representation.

Sumit

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" This is a huge relief and will help me move forward with my employer confidently. Thanks again for your continued support with both this and the ongoing employment residence permit process. Wishing you a lovely start to the week:) Warm regards,"

Arshdeep

" This is a huge relief and will help me move forward with my employer confidently. Thanks again for your continued support with both this and the ongoing employment residence permit process. Wishing you a lovely start to the week:) Warm regards,"

Arshdeep

We wanted to thank Nouran and the Drift team for everything. We really appreciate your help and support throughout this process. Next steps for us is to get our B1 certificates and to apply for citizenship when we are eligible in October of this year. Hopefully that process goes smoother but if not, we know who to come to. :) Thanks again and best regards,

Kerusha and Andre

We wanted to thank Nouran and the Drift team for everything. We really appreciate your help and support throughout this process. Next steps for us is to get our B1 certificates and to apply for citizenship when we are eligible in October of this year. Hopefully that process goes smoother but if not, we know who to come to. :) Thanks again and best regards,

Kerusha and Andre

FAQ

Immigration is a big step, and we’re here to make it simple.

FAQ

Immigration is a big step, and we’re here to make it simple.

What happens after I pay?

You immediately get access to the Drift platform. We’ll guide you through sharing your situation and documents, then match you with a lawyer and case manager. Your file gets prepped before your session so you don’t waste time.

What if I’m not sure which visa or permit I need?

That’s exactly what the legal assessment is for. Just tell us what you’re trying to do (e.g. work, stay with a partner, switch permits), and the lawyer will advise what applies to your case.

Is this enough to apply for my permit?

You’ll walk away with legal clarity and a personalised action plan. If you’re confident to apply on your own, go ahead. If your case needs legal support, you can choose to upgrade to full lawyer representation.

What if I have a really complex situation?

No problem — we’ll flag this early. If your case involves complications (e.g. past rejections, overstays, legal risk), your lawyer will explain what’s needed and how to proceed.

What happens after I pay?

You immediately get access to the Drift platform. We’ll guide you through sharing your situation and documents, then match you with a lawyer and case manager. Your file gets prepped before your session so you don’t waste time.

What if I’m not sure which visa or permit I need?

That’s exactly what the legal assessment is for. Just tell us what you’re trying to do (e.g. work, stay with a partner, switch permits), and the lawyer will advise what applies to your case.

Is this enough to apply for my permit?

You’ll walk away with legal clarity and a personalised action plan. If you’re confident to apply on your own, go ahead. If your case needs legal support, you can choose to upgrade to full lawyer representation.

What if I have a really complex situation?

No problem — we’ll flag this early. If your case involves complications (e.g. past rejections, overstays, legal risk), your lawyer will explain what’s needed and how to proceed.

From Nia,
With Love ❤️

I write this to explain how Drift works, what to expect, and how to get the most out of it.

From Nia,
With Love ❤️

I write this to explain how Drift works, what to expect, and how to get the most out of it.

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