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🇩🇪 Germany

Permanent Residence Visa

Permanent settlement permit (Niederlassungserlaubnis) providing unlimited residence rights in Germany. Standard path: 5 years residence with work permit, secured livelihood, adequate pension provision, B1 German, and basic civic knowledge. Fast track for EU Blue Card holders: 21 months with B1 German or 33 months with A1. Skilled workers can qualify after 4 years with B1. Benefits include unrestricted work rights, no renewal required, easier family reunification, and freedom from visa restrictions. No longer tied to specific employer.

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Processing Time

1-3 months

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Cost

€113 permit fee

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Duration

Permanent (no expiry)

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Work Rights

Unrestricted employment authorization

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Renewability

Not required

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Path to Permanent Residence

Yes

Requirements

  • 15 years lawful residence (shorter for Blue Card, skilled workers)
  • 2Secured livelihood for past 3 years
  • 3Adequate pension provision (60+ months contributions)
  • 4B1 German language certificate
  • 5Basic civic and social knowledge
  • 6Adequate housing
  • 7No serious criminal record

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