Diskriminierungsbeschwerde (discrimination complaint)

Overview

Use this when you experience discrimination at work, in housing, or when accessing services. File a complaint with the Antidiskriminierungsstelle des Bundes; legal action has short deadlines.

Timing to be aware of

When triggered

Reference only — your timing may differ. Confirm with the relevant office.

What you'll need

• Incident documentation
• witness contacts
• correspondence

Related events

• Start Blue Card renewal application
  Critical
  56 days before permit expiry
• Final Blue Card renewal deadline
  Critical
  14 days before permit expiry
• Report employer change (Blue Card, under 12 months)
  Critical
  Before job change starts
• Report employer change (general work permit, Section 18)
  Critical
  Immediately on employment end
• Check Blue Card unemployment grace period (under 2 years)
  Critical
  On employment end