Library: the Jews. Version1 Source: Israelitisches Familienblatt 2. June 1933 Let Go All Hope No existence abroad for German Jews From day to day we receive more requests by co-religionists, who have lost their jobs and their existence due to the changing conditions in their homeland, Germany. Many ask where they could begin, where they could build a new existence abroad. It is a difficult and responsible task for us to advise all the lawyers, doctors, independent businessmen and tradesmen, all employees etc. well. The editors are not all-knowing and so far they have not had to know much more about the employment opportunities for German Jews abroad than did the questioner. Still, in order to supply those who wish to make the effort to find a new existence abroad, with "realistic" impressions of the existing opportunities, and to spare those forced by the circumstances to take up the walking-stick from bitter disappointments, we have asked our foreign correspondents to report on the current situation in their respective countries. The following is the essence of their reports which - we must state from the Outset - agree in an uncanny way on one point. The opportunities for German Jewish emigrants everywhere are close to nil! Denmark Many German Jews already reside in Copenhagen. A foreigner is not allowed to earn money, except if he is self-employed. Knowledge of the language is essential. Moreover, Denmark too has high unemployed. England Immediately upon entering England, difficulties arise, as the immigration authorities must be presented with unobjectionable references and sufficient funds. However even if these exist, foreigners can stay...no longer than two weeks in the country....In a number of instances, well-known doctors here gained work permits and some students of medicine have been able to enter courses in nursing at the Jewish Community's big hospital in London. But other academics and especially non-academics, trained people could not find employment, as the Interior Ministry issues very few work permits for England... France Everywhere in France, but least of all in Alsace and Paris, there are some prospects for academically trained Germans who were dismissed in Germany. It is essential to orient oneself locally. Nothing can be achieved by means of correspondence. It is especially difficult for orthodox Jews to find a position. Recently, a considerable number of German Jews has arrived, but unfortunately the situation is such that they can hardly be provided support... Holland A relief committee for German Jewish intellectuals exists in Amsterdam. However it does not function as an employment agency, as it is almost impossible for foreigners to obtain work. There are no opportunities either for academically trained Germans or for merchants. Lithuania There is as yet no relief committee in the capital, Kovno... It is comparatively easy to acquire an entry permit for Lithuania, but it is absolutely impossible for a foreigner to receive a work permit. Luxembourg There are no employment opportunities of any sort for German Jewish immigrants. Luxembourg is a small country and pursues a clear policy of protection of domestic labour... The only, however limited opportunity to establish an existence here offers itself to people with their own capital; who might establish some form of industry, which is not yet represented in the country... Austria With regard to the local circumstances, Jewish lawyers and other academically trained individuals who were dismissed in Germany can hardly expect employment here. Portugal According to inquires with the local authorities, it is almost impossible for academically trained German Jews - especially lawyers - to find work, due to manifold difficulties. Even contacts with influential people cannot change this situation. The situation for doctors is a bit easier, and is more promising yet in the colonies and the provinces. The opportunities in the export business and in farming are relatively favourable, assuming that sufficient funds are available. Sweden It is absolutely out of question for foreigners to gain employment in this country, not only due to local unemployment but also because foreigners need a work permit, which is in principal never granted. Even the Swedish Jews oppose further immigration, which, they may fear increase the danger of anti-Semitism in Sweden... Switzerland In sympathy for the German Jews, Switzerland has widely opened its hospitable gates. It is, however, not in the position to grant residence permits to people seeking employment... Spain Due to the labour law of October 1st, 1932, no foreigners find employment in Spain. The only way to achieve something is to purchase land in the event on has the necessary some funds... Czechoslovakia In light of the difficult economic situation in Czechoslovakia, there are no serious prospects for lawyers, doctors or others immigrating from Germany to build up a new life... We did not inquire about the situation in the Holy Land with our staff, as everyone who wishes to go there may get extensive information in the Palestine Bureau, Berlin, 10 Meineckestr. We have also disregarded overseas countries, as no reliable reports are available from there. The “German Jewish Aid Organisation” [Hilfsverein], Berlin, 91 Martin-Luther St., as well as the "Central Committee for Jewish economic aid" and its branches in bigger communities provide information on immigration prospects. We reserve the option to report in the near future on Belgium, Italy, Poland and perhaps on the prospects in Latvia, Finland and Norway, which are missing in the list above.