What is the difference between a German CV and an English resume?

Key differences: German CV 2–3 pages OK, English resume max 1–2 pages. German CV with photo and date of birth, English resume without (anti-discrimination protection). German CV chronologically gap-free, English resume may be selective. German cover letter formal ('Sehr geehrte Damen und Herren'), English cover letter more personal and direct. For US applications: objective statement instead of application photo, American date format (Month DD, YYYY).