What is communal integration management (Kommunales Integrationsmanagement)?

Communal integration management, (German abbreviation: KIM), is an advice and information centre of the local authorities in North Rhine-Westphalia. KIM supports people who have come to Germany from abroad and wish to make a new home in North Rhine-Westphalia. Numerous integration programmes are available. KIM enables you to keep track of them. Information is bundled here and key integration questions are answered.

What do I get from KIM?

Do you have many challenges and topics? The KIM Case Managers are very familiar with the integration process and are happy to support you in that respect.

Do you have any questions about your residence status, a language course, employment/training or other topics? KIM provides answers, information and support. In conjunction with the KIM Case Management employees, you work out the next steps that will advance your personal integration process. It is an offer: If you so wish, you will be closely consulted and supported in all matters. That is what the KIM Case Managers are there for!

What is KIM Case Management?

Irrespective of where you come from and what your residence status is: KIM Case Management provides advice and guidance. You discuss your concerns and requirements with your designated contact person. Together you can work out a suitable plan for your integration.

The topics that you can discuss with your contact person in the KIM Case Management are wide-ranging and depend entirely on you. In that respect, your personal Case Manager helps you to find your way in your local authority and achieve your individual integration goals.

Advantages of Communal Integration Management for you

1. Single point of contact for your questions:

Instead of several, individual, appointments and different contact persons at different offices and authorities, KIM provides you with a single point of contact covering all aspects of your integration process. This guidance saves you time and effort.

2. Individual advice:

Contact KIM and get to know your designated contact person in KIM Case Management who will support you throughout your integration process. In that respect, your individual family and life situation will be the focus of attention. Your KIM Case Manager will work out solutions with you that take your potentials, resources and challenges into account.

3. Participation in your city:

KIM puts you in touch with language courses, the property market, education options and cultural programmes. You can make new contacts and soon feel at home in North Rhine-Westphalia.

New to North Rhine-Westphalia? New to a city?

You are dealing with matters involving residence status, applications, integration programme and services. You are also thinking about everyday matters: Why is language important and how can I learn it? How does integration at school work? How can I work in Germany? Are job offers made available to foreign specialists? How does cultural integration work? Can I receive medical treatment?

It is important to familiarise yourself with the various integration areas. However, thanks to KIM, you need not need do this alone. The KIM Case Managers work throughout the German federal state of North Rhine-Westphalia. Take advantage of our advice search now!

Information about all aspects of granting an opportunity residence right

The “Act on the Introduction of an Opportunity Residence right” came into force on 31 December 2022 and has a limited period of three years. The Act gives people who have held a tolerated residence status for a lengthy time the prospect of leave to remain. By way of the opportunity residence right, you are granted a limited residence permit to then meet the requirements for further leave to remain within 18 months.

On the following websites you will find further-reaching information about the requirements of the opportunity residence right, and what you need to consider. If you would like to find out more about the opportunity residence right, please speak to your KIM Case Manager.

Links and Downloads

www.mkjfgfi.nrw

FAQs

www.integrationsbeauftragte.de

KIM Stories

KIM stories tell of people who have received or are receiving support from KIM Case Managers. They have built a life for themselves in North Rhine-Westphalia and enrich our society, for example through their work as nurses, carers or bus drivers. This is complemented by contributions from people working in KIM Case Management and other integration policy areas, with reports on integration and on-site experiences.

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