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Naturalization – How to finally become a German citizen

With naturalization, you finally receive German citizenship and a German passport. In this comprehensive article, we explain everything you need to know about naturalization. We show you what advantages you have with naturalization and what requirements you must meet. Naturalization is a long and complicated process. But with our help, you will learn how to finally become a German citizen! Table of contents What is naturalization?Naturalization allows you to obtain German citizenship and a German passport. As soon as you are naturalized, you are legally 100% equal to a German. You have all the rights and duties of a…

The Settlement Permit – Everything You Need to Know to Live in Germany Forever

With the settlement permit you can live in Germany forever and you will never have to extend your stay again. In this comprehensive article, we explain everything you need to know about the settlement permit. We show you which advantages you have with the settlement permit and which requirements you have to fulfill. In addition, you will receive important tips on how to apply and what to look out for. Finally, we additionally answer any questions we frequently receive from our clients.

When do I NOT need a language certificate?

The German language level B1 is already proven if: Summary 1. School attendance in GermanyIf you have attended a German-speaking school, you do not need a B1 language certificate under the following conditions:1.1 Four years of teaching at a German-speaking schoolA German B1 language level is proven if you have successfully attended a German-speaking school for 4 years (ie you must have been transferred to the higher class). This does NOT apply if you have spent a long time in a foreign-language country directly after leaving school.1.2. high school diplomaA German B1 language level is proven if you have a…

How do I get a language certificate?

A prerequisite for their settlement permit is sufficient knowledge of the German language. The easiest way to prove this is with the help of a recognized language certificate of the levels A1, A2, B1, B2, C1, C2 and C2.Where they can take which exam, at what price, we explain in this article.You don’t know what language level you need? You can find your answer in this article: https://migrando.de/deutsch-a1-b1-b2-sprachzertifikat/ 1. Goethe InstituteThe Goethe Institut offers German exams in all 6 levels. In addition, examinations for young people are offered (only in the levels German A1-B2). The language exam consists of the…

Will I get a settlement permit despite having a criminal record?

The settlement permit is an unlimited right of residence for eternity, which means that you may live in Germany forever. Before issuing a settlement permit, Germany wants to ensure that only those foreigners who comply with German laws are granted a permanent right of residence. In this blog article, we explain whether you can apply for a settlement permit despite having a criminal record. Summary Those who violate rules may not receive the settlement permit.You can find the legal basis in § 9 para. 2 Sentence 1 No. 4 AufenthG. This is literally what it says: (2) A foreigner shall…

Settlement permit – What documents are needed?

A settlement permit offers you many advantages. We at migrando have therefore made it our business to assist you in applying for this important permanent residence title. In today’s post, we’ve summarized what documents you need for a settlement permit and why. Summary Settlement permit – documents The immigration authorities require documents from the foreigner in order to decide whether the settlement permit can be issued. In this respect, the requirements of the various foreigners authorities are very different. Some immigration authorities require you to submit a lot of documents, others only require the most important documents. In addition, some…

Test – Living in Germany – Naturalization Test

The test “Living in Germany” (naturalization test) serves as proof of knowledge of the legal and social order and living conditions in Germany. All information about the test such as costs, procedure and duration as well as the 300 questions and answers can be found here. Summary Legal basisIn order to obtain a permanent right of residence (settlement permit) in Germany or even citizenship, you must have basic knowledge of the legal and social order and living conditions in the Federal Republic. For the settlement permit you will find the legal basis for this in § 9 para. 2 No.…

German A1, B1 or B2 – Which language certificate do I need?

A prerequisite for being allowed to work, study and/or live permanently in Germany is almost always sufficient knowledge of the German language. The easiest way to prove this is with the help of a recognized language certificate of the levels A1,A2,B1,B2,C1 and C2. In this article we explain which certificate you need, which courses, exams and exercises are available and what costs you should expect. Summary Language certificate – What is it actually?The German A1 to C2 certificates are based on the Common European Framework of Reference (CEFR). This is there to make the different exams, courses and degrees comparable…

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Permanent residence permit in Germany

We explain when and how you can apply for the permanent residence permit. This is because an unlimited residence title not only entitles you to remain in Germany permanently, but also brings many other advantages for you and your family. Summary Permanent residence permit – What is it?Foreigners generally need a permit to stay in Germany.This residence permit is issued upon application by the competent foreigners authority.It is always limited in time and can, for example, be extended or converted into a (permanent) settlement permit in accordance with the legal provisions.Source: Federal Office for Migration and Refugees (BAMF)In principle, residence…

Settlement permit for refugees

Have you come to Germany as a refugee and received a positive asylum decision from the BAMF? If you have “Refugee status” and 3 years Residency, we will explain in this blog post how and when you will get the Settlement Permit.

Applying for a settlement permit – What to look out for in your application

A settlement permit is an unlimited right of residence, which is neither limited in time nor in place. This means you can stay here forever and have almost the same rights as Germans. We will go into more detail about the many advantages of a settlement permit in another article. Today we will explain how to apply for the settlement permit, what problems can arise and how Migrando solves them for you.

9 Advantages of the settlement permit

The settlement permit offers countless advantages for you and your family, but most importantly, it allows you to stay in Germany permanently. This means that the settlement permit is an unlimited right of residence and is associated with considerably more rights than a mere residence permit.

Settlement permit for trainees & students

If you have a training position in Germany or are studying here, you should definitely also apply for a settlement permit (an article about the many advantages of a settlement permit can be found here).For this, you must fulfill various requirements, which can basically be found in § 9 AufenthG. In our experience, young people have particular problems proving that they have a secure livelihood (§ 9 para. 2 sentence 1 no. 2) . At Migrando, we want to help you get your settlement permit. Therefore, we explain in this article whether and how you can get the settlement permit…

How much money I have to earn for the settlement permit

One of the requirements for a settlement permit is a secure livelihood. When exactly your livelihood is considered secure by German authorities, you can find out in this article. Exactly how much you need to earn is not easy to answer, because the authority makes an individual examination for each foreigner. So how much money you need to have available each month in order to receive a settlement permit depends on many factors: for example, how many people are in your family, whether you are married, what age your children are, and how much your rent is. A simple calculation…

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New law for tolerance permit (Duldung) !

Livestream with lawyer Fabian Graske

On Wednesday, 19.10.2022 at 18:00 o’clock the German Bundestag decides on a law so that tolerated foreigners in Germany get a right of residence faster. Attorney Fabian Graske comments in this livestream for Migrando if and when the law comes into force.

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