Residence, visa and citizenship law · No asylum or BAMF asylum proceedings.

Application · renewal · change of purpose

Choose the right route for your residence.

Requirements depend on whether your purpose is employment, education, family or another legal ground.

Residence permit

The correct legal basis, means of subsistence, health insurance and evidence supporting your purpose of residence must be assessed together.

Renewal and change of purpose

Applications should be made before the current permit expires. Changes in employment, education or family circumstances can require a new assessment.

Settlement permit

Different routes may apply depending on your current permit, residence history, income, pension contributions and language skills.

Useful documents

  • passport and current residence document
  • all letters from the immigration authority
  • evidence relating to employment, studies or family
  • income, housing and insurance documents