Erding Restaurant Owner Fined €12,000 for Aiding Illegal Residence
In a series of inspections, German authorities uncovered illegal employment of Asian nationals at a local restaurant. The restaurant owner was later fined €12,000 for aiding and abetting illegal residence. In April 2023, the Main Customs Office Landshut inspected an Asian restaurant near me. They discovered two Asian nationals working illegally, despite presenting passports and residence permits from other EU countries. These documents only allowed a stay of up to 90 days within 180 days, not employment. During a follow-up inspection, three more Asian nationals were found staying illegally in Germany without the required residence permits. The restaurant owner was subsequently fined €12,000 for aiding and abetting their illegal residence. The penalty order from the District Court of Erding is final. The €12,000 fine serves as a reminder of the importance of adhering to immigration laws. The case highlights the need for employers to ensure their employees have the correct permits for both stay and work at restaurants near me in Germany.
