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Does settlement permit Germany expire?
If you leave Germany for a period of more than six months, your permanent settlement permit will expire. If you hold an EU permanent residence permit, it will expire after a 12-month stay outside the European Union.
How long can a German residence permit stay outside?
A person who carries a permanent residence permit can stay abroad for a maximum of 6 months. It is necessary for this person to fly back before the expiration of the 6-month duration. A holder of Blue Card can stay outside Germany for a maximum of one year.
What are the requirements for permanent residence in Germany with blue card?
If you hold an EU Blue Card, you will be issued a permanent settlement permit upon application subject to the following requirements: you must have basic knowledge of the German language. If you have sufficient command of the German language, the period will be shortened to 21 months of employment.
Can I apply for permanent settlement in Europe with a blue card?
Holders can apply for permanent settlement in Europe after a certain amount of time. Blue Card holders are allowed to bring a spouse, partner, children they have had with their spouse, and other relatives that are dependent on them.
How long does it take to get a settlement permit in Germany?
Faster acquisition of a settlement permit: Holders of an EU Blue Card will receive a settlement permit after 33 months in Germany if they have been in highly-qualified employment and paid contributions into a pension fund during this period, and are able to make themselves understood in German on a basic level.
How do I get an EU blue card for Germany?
Possession of an EU Blue Card No less than 33 months of employment and basic knowledge of the German language. If you have basic knowledge of German, you must have been in employment for at least 33 months. That employment must meet the requirements for the issue of an EU Blue Card.