Reasons for a residence permit
The residence permit is limited in time. You can apply for a residence permit for the following reasons:
- education
- for the purpose of studying, language course, school attendance
- gainful employment
- Residence permit for research purposes
- Humanitarian, international law or political reasons
- Family reasons
- Searching for a training or study place
- Job search for skilled workers
Note: You may only work in Germany if this is expressly stated in your residence permit.
A residence permit can be extended. Whether you have taken part in an integration course will also be taken into account. You will receive an electronic residence permit or a label.
Note: A residence permit expires if:
- the foreigner leaves the country for a reason that is not temporary in nature.
- the foreigner leaves the country and does not return within six months or within the period specified by the foreigners authority.
Please also note the following additional information - in particular the requirements for a residence permit.
