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• Coronavirus: Limited services and opening times

  Due to the coronavirus pandemic, the competent authorities of the Dresden Welcome Center are only available in a limited capacity. All requests will only be dealt with after making an appointment via email at akzess@dresden.de.
  Please send us also all relevant documents that substantiate your request (e.g. copy of passport, employment contract etc.). General questions will be answered gladly by phone under 0351/488 6051. Take care an stay healthy!

DWC tasks

Are you a non-EU citizen living in Dresden and completing a doctorate or working as a professional? Welcome to the Dresden Welcome Center (DWC)! We’re your point of contact for all questions concerning residence permits, and have already compiled some general information for you on our website.

We’ll be happy to offer you detailed advice if you apply in person. Please note that we work with an appointment system, to ensure we have sufficient time to address your concerns.

We also answer short enquiries by e-mail or in person when you visit our service area.