GENERAL QUESTION · 19
Leben in der Demokratie · BAMF 07.05.2025
What is meant by the right of "freedom of movement" in Germany?
Official German wording
Was versteht man unter dem Recht der "Freizügigkeit" in Deutschland?
Answer options
- AOne may choose one's place of residence oneself.Correct answer
- BOne can change one's profession.
- COne may decide in favour of a different religion.
- DOne may appear in public only lightly dressed.
EDITORIAL LEARNING AID
Why is this answer correct?
Freedom of movement under Article 11 of the Basic Law means that one may freely choose one's place of residence and whereabouts in Germany. Changing profession falls under freedom of occupation (Article 12), changing religion under freedom of belief (Article 4), and there is no such basic right relating to clothing.
Freedom of movement = choosing your place of residence freely.
This translation and explanation are editorial learning aids. The official German wording and answer key govern the examination.
Source
Official BAMF question catalogue dated 7 May 2025. BAMF