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🇩🇪 Germany

Family Reunification Visa

Visa for spouses, children, and (rarely) parents to join family members in Germany. Spouses require A1 German language certificate (waived for EU Blue Card holders, highly qualified persons, and citizens of Australia, Israel, Japan, Canada, South Korea, New Zealand, USA). Children under 16 no language requirement. Requires adequate housing and financial security. Spouse receives unrestricted work authorization immediately upon permit issuance. Processing 1-3 months. Citizens of select countries can enter visa-free and apply from within Germany.

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Processing Time

1-3 months

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Cost

€100 residence permit fee

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Duration

Matches sponsor's permit

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Work Rights

Spouse: unrestricted work authorization immediately

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Renewability

Renewable with sponsor's permit

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Path to Permanent Residence

Yes

Requirements

  • 1Valid family relationship (marriage/civil partnership certificate, birth certificates)
  • 2Adequate living space for family
  • 3Secured livelihood without public funds
  • 4Health insurance
  • 5Spouse: A1 German (waived for certain nationalities and Blue Card holders)
  • 6Children under 16: no language requirement

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