A short-term stay in Germany can often lead to new personal or professional opportunities that create the desire to remain in Germany for longer than 90 days. In principle, German residence law does not provide for converting a Schengen visa into a residence permit. However, there are special exceptions in which such a conversion may [...]
Foreign spouses of German citizens are usually entitled to be granted an unlimited residence permit in accordance with § 28 (1) No. 1 German Residence Act. But what is to be done if the German spouse dies before the immigration authority has issued a residence permit for the subsequent immigration of spouses in accordance [...]
Are you a foreign national seeking the opportunity to enjoy an extended stay in Germany without pursuing employment? Are you an individual with independent means due to a high level of personal income? If so, you may be eligible for a residence permit under § 7 (1) German Residence Act (AufenthG). This article explores [...]
The COVID-19 coronavirus crisis is still dominating the headlines and setting the global agenda. Measures such as the travel ban to Germany have created a significant disruption, and they have arisen due to COVID-19. Travel restrictions globally have led to severe problems for people worldwide, and the expiration of EU Blue Cards and German [...]
With the continuing developments of COVID-19 coronavirus, we have received several inquiries from clients about the possibility of getting an extension to their German visas. Due to the global development of the crisis, some people face the possibility of remaining in Germany longer than planned. This may be because of COVID-19 infection, the need [...]
Understanding the expiration of a German visa and residence permit is crucial for anyone whose residence in Germany is based on their visa or residence permit. Although managing permit timelines might seem secondary amidst the excitement of settling into a new country, it is essential to grasp the implications of an expired permit. Leaving Germany [...]
In February 2017, the Administrative Court of Baden-Württemberg (Case No.: 11 S 447/17) made a landmark decision. The court ruled that deportation is not legally permissible if there is a concrete danger that the health of the person concerned will deteriorate substantially or life-threateningly as a result of the deportation itself. This prohibition takes [...]
Some European countries made it possible for those who invest in real estate in their countries to gain residency or citizenship under so-called "Golden Visas". Countries that had such "Golden Visa" schemes included Malta, Ireland, Portugal, Spain and Cyprus, but what about Germany in 2024? Can investing in real estate in Germany bring about citizenship [...]
Interest in eSports in Germany has grown at an enormous rate over the last few years, and this is reflected in the new eSports Visa. This visa will be introduced with the new Skilled Immigration Act, which we have written about recently. The new Skilled Immigration Act will be introduced in March of this [...]
Change happens constantly. Such transformations can occur in many ways, especially with complicated issues like population demographics and economic developments. How a country responds to such developments can determine whether it thrives or struggles. Germany is currently undergoing a period of change. The demographic developments indicate that Germany is an ageing country. Added to [...]