Plan family reunification together with the work permit.

Start with the sponsor's exact title

“Working in Germany” is not a sufficient legal description. The legal provision, validity and supplementary conditions of the sponsor's residence title are needed.

Spouses and minor children

Facilitations may apply where the sponsor is a skilled worker or EU Blue Card holder. Identity, family relationship, age and custody must nevertheless be documented. Livelihood, insurance or housing may remain relevant depending on the case.

Parents require a separate assessment

A special route exists for parents and, in certain cases, parents-in-law of particular skilled workers. It does not apply to every employed person. The date on which the relevant skilled-worker title was first issued and comprehensive financial protection, including health and long-term care insurance, are important.

Organise the documents by person

• Sponsor: passport, residence title, employment, income, housing and insurance
• Applicant: passport, civil-status records, visa application and language evidence where required
• Children: birth certificate, custody and consent
• Parents: proof of relationship, financing and appropriate insurance