Markt und Mittlestand: Talente auf der Flucht: Autoritäre USA als Chance für Europas Wissensgesellschaft
April 9, 2025

Country / Territory
Related contacts
Related offices
Related contacts
Related offices
Related contacts
Related offices
Partner Marius Tollenaere erörtert in Markt und Mittelstand die Chancen und Herausforderungen Deutschlands bei der Gewinnung von Fachkräften. Er hebt das wachsende Interesse US-amerikanischer Fachkräfte, insbesondere von Wissenschaftlern, an einem Umzug nach Europa hervor. Trotz einiger Fortschritte erschweren bürokratische Hürden weiterhin die effiziente Rekrutierung ausländischer Fachkräfte. Die Zentralisierung der Einwanderungsverfahren beim Auswärtigen Amt (BfAA) hat zwar den Engpass an deutschen Botschaften und Konsulaten behoben, doch weist Tollenaere darauf hin, dass die geplante Work & Stay-Agentur das Kernproblem – die notwendige Vereinfachung der Prozesse – nicht löst.
Er weist zudem auf das Potenzial Deutschlands hin, US-amerikanische Fachkräfte zu gewinnen. Europäische Forschungseinrichtungen erhalten bereits vermehrt Anfragen von US-Bürgern bezüglich Aufenthaltsrechten. Tollenaere sieht weitere Möglichkeiten für deutsche Unternehmen, mit Dienstleistern zusammenzuarbeiten, um die Komplexität der Anwerbung ausländischer Fachkräfte zu bewältigen.
Weitere Informationen finden Sie hier.
Partner Marius Tollenaere discusses in Markt und Mittelstand the opportunities and challenges Germany faces in attracting skilled workers. He highlights the growing interest from US professionals, particularly scientists, considering relocation to Europe. Marius notes that, despite some progress, bureaucratic hurdles continue to affect the efficient recruitment of foreign talent. While the centralization of immigration procedures at the Federal Office of Foreign Affairs (BfAA) has addressed the bottleneck at German embassies and consulates, Marius points out that the proposed Work & Stay agency does not address the core issue—the need to simplify the processes.
He also notes Germany’s potential to attract US talent, with European research institutions already receiving more inquiries from US citizens about residency rights. Marius sees further opportunities for German companies to collaborate with service providers to navigate the complexities of attracting foreign specialists.
Read more here.
Country / Territory
Related contacts
Related offices
Related contacts
Related offices
Related contacts
Related offices
Explore more at Fragomen
Blog post
Immigration Supervisor Michael Salas Guzman explains the key eligibility requirements, documentation considerations and benefits of Costa Rica’s Pensionado residency program for retirees receiving lifetime pension income from abroad.
Awards
Canada Managing Partner Cosmina Morariu has received the France Canada Chamber of Commerce in Ontario (FCCCO) Women in Leadership Award, recognizing her leadership and contributions to the business and legal communities.

Media mentions
Managing Director Diogo Kloper highlights how Brazil’s new electronic visa for Chinese citizens reduces bureaucracy, lowers costs and streamlines business and tourism travel.
Blog post
Partner, Global Responsible Business Practices, Lisa Koenig, Lead Analyst Dominic Dietrich, Senior Associate Sarah Blackmore and Senior Associate Sonya Berenfeld Cole examine why climate disruptions are reshaping mobility strategy as economic loss, workforce displacement and travel risks require organizations to reassess workforce planning and operational resilience.
Media mentions
Associate Ilaria Iovieno and Immigration Consultant Sean Pearce explain how the UK’s higher English language requirement for work visas affects construction employers.
Visas
Senior Business Immigration Manager Vicente Duque outlines key immigration considerations for international visitors traveling to Mexico for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, including visa eligibility, entry documentation and travel between host countries.
Video
Explore EU visa options for non-EU nationals, including Schengen, long-stay and work visas like the EU Blue Card. Find the right visa for your needs.
Blog post
Counsel Susan Steger examines how wage-driven selection mechanisms in programs such as the H-1B lottery and PERM can create incentives for artificial wage inflation and introduce new compliance and workforce planning challenges for employers.
Media mentions
Director Gemma Hyslop examines how collaboration across the global mobility sector can help strengthen legal pathways and support for migrant women experiencing abuse.
Media mentions
Partner Abeer Al Husseini discussed immigration and duty-of-care challenges for employers amid Middle East travel disruptions.
Awards
Partner Sarah K. Peterson is recognized by the Minneapolis/St. Paul Business Journal as a 2026 Women in Business honoree for her professional achievements and contributions to the Twin Cities business community.
Media mentions
Immigration Manager Alice Heron explains how HR teams can navigate Irish immigration law and manage international talent effectively.
Blog post
Immigration Supervisor Michael Salas Guzman explains the key eligibility requirements, documentation considerations and benefits of Costa Rica’s Pensionado residency program for retirees receiving lifetime pension income from abroad.
Awards
Canada Managing Partner Cosmina Morariu has received the France Canada Chamber of Commerce in Ontario (FCCCO) Women in Leadership Award, recognizing her leadership and contributions to the business and legal communities.

Media mentions
Managing Director Diogo Kloper highlights how Brazil’s new electronic visa for Chinese citizens reduces bureaucracy, lowers costs and streamlines business and tourism travel.
Blog post
Partner, Global Responsible Business Practices, Lisa Koenig, Lead Analyst Dominic Dietrich, Senior Associate Sarah Blackmore and Senior Associate Sonya Berenfeld Cole examine why climate disruptions are reshaping mobility strategy as economic loss, workforce displacement and travel risks require organizations to reassess workforce planning and operational resilience.
Media mentions
Associate Ilaria Iovieno and Immigration Consultant Sean Pearce explain how the UK’s higher English language requirement for work visas affects construction employers.
Visas
Senior Business Immigration Manager Vicente Duque outlines key immigration considerations for international visitors traveling to Mexico for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, including visa eligibility, entry documentation and travel between host countries.
Video
Explore EU visa options for non-EU nationals, including Schengen, long-stay and work visas like the EU Blue Card. Find the right visa for your needs.
Blog post
Counsel Susan Steger examines how wage-driven selection mechanisms in programs such as the H-1B lottery and PERM can create incentives for artificial wage inflation and introduce new compliance and workforce planning challenges for employers.
Media mentions
Director Gemma Hyslop examines how collaboration across the global mobility sector can help strengthen legal pathways and support for migrant women experiencing abuse.
Media mentions
Partner Abeer Al Husseini discussed immigration and duty-of-care challenges for employers amid Middle East travel disruptions.
Awards
Partner Sarah K. Peterson is recognized by the Minneapolis/St. Paul Business Journal as a 2026 Women in Business honoree for her professional achievements and contributions to the Twin Cities business community.
Media mentions
Immigration Manager Alice Heron explains how HR teams can navigate Irish immigration law and manage international talent effectively.

![Porthole headshot image of Fragomen [Frankfurt][Director][MariusTollenaere]](https://www.fragomen.com/a/web/nidBv9TkBGXJDZNoWmH4M1/39Sbqh/fragomen_marius-tollenaere_porthole_2019.jpg)