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German men could require military permission to leave country for more than three months

German men aged between 17 and 45 could have to get military approval if they want to leave the country for more than three months, according to recent changes to the law. Grouped from 3 articles across 2 sources.

3 reports2 sourcesApr 5, 2026, 8:46 AM
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Sky NewsApr 5, 2026, 8:46 AM

German men could require military permission to leave country for more than three months

German men aged between 17 and 45 could have to get military approval if they want to leave the country for more than three months, according to recent changes to the law.

DWApr 4, 2026, 3:09 PM

German men need military permit for extended stays abroad

The new military service law requires all men under 45 to seek approval from the Bundeswehr to leave the country for longer than three months. It also obliges the military career center to issue it.

DWApr 4, 2026, 1:57 PM

Young German men refusing military service

Military service remains voluntary in Germany. However, with the Bundeswehr needing more soldiers, conscription could soon return. But an increasing number of young men are choosing to opt out.

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