A Germany dependent visa lets a spouse, child, or, in some cases, parent move to Germany to live with a family member already there. German law calls this family reunification (Familiennachzug), and the visa is a national, type D visa rather than a short-stay Schengen
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Permanent residency in Germany is granted through the settlement permit (Niederlassungserlaubnis), an unlimited residence title that lets a non-EU national live, work and run a business in Germany without renewing a permit. Most people qualify after five years, but EU Blue Card holders can apply
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A German student visa is a national (Type D) visa that lets a non-EU student enter Germany to study at a German university. In 2026, the German student visa costs €75, and you must show about €11,904 a year for living costs. After you arrive,
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A German work visa is the national long-stay visa (Type D) that lets a non-EU citizen enter Germany to work, and the right German work visa in 2026 depends on three things: whether you already hold a job offer, whether you have a degree, and
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The types of Germany visa fall into two groups: short-stay Schengen visas for trips of up to 90 days, and national long-stay visas for study, work, family and other stays in Germany. Which one applies depends on why you are travelling, how long you will
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