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Family reunification You want to live in Germany together with your spouse and children? In this section you can find out what you need to bear in mind when applying for a visa for family reunification. Spouses joining EU citizens Spouses joining citizens of non-EU countries Family reunion for children...

Other types of visa Other than taking up employment, there are other reasons to apply for a visa to enter Germany. For certain professional groups, special entry and employment rules have to be considered. Read more about other types of visa that are designed for a long-term stay in Germany. Special regulation for assistants in nursing As an assistant in nursing from a third country, you have the opportunity to practise your profession in Germany. Find out what the requirements are here. Visa fo...

Types of visa Would you like to work, study, complete vocational training or move to Germany with your family? People requiring a visa must hold an entry visa to do so. The type of visa you must apply for depends on the reason for your visit or stay. Get to know everything about the types of visa and which requirements have to be met. EU Blue Card Having numerous advantages, the EU Blue Card is one of the most popular resident titles for highly skilled workers. It is best to verify right away wh...

Living permanently in Germany Would you like permanently settle down in Germany? Here you can find all information on the settlement permit, the permanent EU residence permit and naturalisation. Settlement permit Permanent EU residence permit...

Visa procedure A visa may be required for your entry to Germany. Find out here whether you need a visa, what steps the process entails and which forms you will require. Do I need a visa? Entry & visa process Visa application forms...

Visa for language acquisition Would you like to learn German in Germany? Find out how to get a visa for language acquisition. You can take German language courses not only abroad, but also in Germany. A visa for language acquisition under Section 16f (1) of the Residence Act (AufenthG) permits entry and residence for this purpose. To find out if you need a visa to enter Germany, please refer to the “ Do I need a visa? ” section. What are the requirements for a language course visa? You have...

Visa for a study-related internship EU Are you studying outside the EU and would like to gain work experience in Germany through an internship? Then the visa for a study-related internship EU is for you. With a visa to complete an academic internship in accordance with Section 16e of the Residence Act (AufenthG) , you can learn about the everyday working life in Germany, gather work experience and establish contacts with potential employers. To find out whether you require a visa to enter German...

Permanent EU residence permit Under certain conditions, it is possible to obtain a permanent EU residence title. Find more information here. The permanent EU Residence Permit ( Section 9a AufenthG (German Residence Act )) is a permanent residence permit which is comparable to the settlement permit . Holders of the permanent EU Residence Permit can migrate to almost every EU country and get a residence permit on facilitated conditions. You get the permanent EU Residence Permit, if you meet the fo...