Why is the declaration of commitment important?

Why is the declaration of commitment important? This question is asked by many people who do not know what such a declaration is all about. This video explains everything about the declaration of commitment and why the declaration is important for the success of a family reunification is very important.

The decisive paragraphs for the declaration of commitment are §§ 66-68 of the Residence Act. They describe exactly why the declaration of commitment is so important and what it means. The declaration of commitment is a kind of guarantee by the German state that it will not have to pay for a visitor, family member or student abroad. As a citizen, you vouch for the person and therefore bear a great deal of responsibility.

The more proof you provide of your livelihood and the better your income, the higher the chance that your declaration of commitment will be recognized. It is important that there are no more than 6 months between signing the declaration of commitment and the issuing of the visa, otherwise the period of validity as proof of financing is no longer available.