Permanent Residence with a Settlement Permit for Children

A settlement permit may be granted to children who have a residence permit for family-related reasons.

Conditions

The following additional requirements are necessary in addition to the general conditions for granting a settlement permit :

• You are between 16 or 18 years old
• You have had a residence permit for 5 years for family-related reasons
• At the age of consent:
  • You have adequate knowledge of the German language (level B1)
    
  • You can provide for yourself or you are in training leading to a recognised educational or vocational qualification or degree
• There is no reason to deport you based on your personal behaviour
• You have not been sentenced to a term of youth custody of at least six months in the last three years or a term of imprisonment of at least 3 months or a fine equivalent to 90 days' income
• You do not receive any benefits in accordance with the second or twelfth code of the Social Code (exception: when attending training with a recognised school educational or vocational qualification)

Documents

The following documents must be submitted to ensure the fast and smooth processing of your application:

• Valid national passport and residence permit
• Application form
• 1 biometric passport photo http://www.stuttgart.de/img/mdb/item/520705/92097.pdf
• Declaration regarding previous convictions / social security benefits
• Proof that you can provide for yourself including proof of where you live and a rental agreement or proof of training/school
• If applicable, proof of adequate knowledge of the German language (through school leaving certificate)

Further information