Aufenthaltserlaubnis für die Ausbildungsplatzsuche zur Durchführung einer qualifizierten Berufsausbildung beantragen

They can obtain a residence permit to look for a training place in order to carry out qualified vocational training if they meet certain requirements.

You can obtain a residence permit for the purpose of looking for a training place if you would like to complete qualified vocational training in Germany but have not yet found a training place. Qualified vocational training is defined as vocational training in a state-recognized or comparable regulated occupation that lasts at least two years.

The residence permit to look for a training place in order to complete qualified vocational training is a temporary residence permit. It can be issued for a maximum of up to six months.

• valid passport
• Current biometric photo
• Visa, if required
• Proof of livelihood (e.g. declaration of commitment, blocked account at a bank, proof of parents' income or similar)
• rental agreement
• Proof of your health insurance
• Proof of German language skills at level B2
• Proof of a corresponding school-leaving qualification

• You have a recognized and valid passport or passport substitute and - if required for entry - an appropriate visa.
• There is no interest in deporting you.
• Your stay does not jeopardize or impair the interests of the Federal Republic of Germany.
• You have not yet reached the age of 25.
• You have a school-leaving certificate that entitles you to enter a university or a degree from a German school abroad.
• You can provide proof of German language skills at level B2 of the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR).
• Your livelihood is secured for the duration of your search for a training place.

Issuing a residence permit: EUR 100.00

Under certain conditions, a fee reduction or fee exemption may be possible.

You must apply for a residence permit at the foreigners authority responsible for your place of residence. The procedure is as follows:

• Depending on the foreigners authority and your request, it may be possible to apply via the Internet. Find out whether your foreigners authority offers electronic application for a residence permit.
• If you can only apply in person, make an appointment with the immigration office. During the appointment, your application will be accepted and your supporting documents checked (bring these with you to the appointment). Your fingerprints will be taken for the production of an electronic residence permit (eAT card).
• In the case of an electronic application, the Immigration Office will contact you after receiving your online application to arrange an appointment at the Immigration Office if necessary. During the appointment, your documents will be checked (bring them with you to the appointment) and your fingerprints will be taken for the production of the electronic residence permit (eAT card).
• If your application is approved, the Foreigners' Registration Office will arrange for the eAT card to be issued.
• After about six to eight weeks, you can collect the eAT card from the immigration office.
• The eAT card must always be collected in person.
• Fees are charged for the issue of the residence permit. The time and form of payment vary depending on the authority.

about six to eight weeks

• You should apply for a residence permit at least eight weeks before your valid visa expires.
• Objection period: 1 month

• Federal government portal for skilled workers from abroad
  https://www.make-it-in-germany.com/de/visum/arten/studieren/
• You can also obtain free advice on the topics of entry, residence and employment from the "Working and Living in Germany Hotline" of the Federal Government's portal for skilled workers from abroad.
  Telephone: 030 1815-1111
  Service hours: Monday to Friday from 8:00 to 16:00

• Residence permit for the purpose of vocational training; issued to search for a training place in order to complete qualified vocational training
• Foreigners who have not yet reached the age of 25 and wish to complete qualified vocational training in Germany but have not yet found a training position can be granted a residence permit for the purpose of seeking training.
• They must have good German language skills at level B2 of the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR), be able to prove that they can support themselves and have a school-leaving qualification that entitles them to enter higher education or a qualification from a German school abroad.
• The residence permit is a temporary residence title. It is issued for a maximum of up to six months.
• Depending on the foreigners authority and your request, you can apply online or in person.
• A fee is charged for the issue of the residence permit. The time and form of payment vary depending on the authority.
• Responsible: the foreigners authority responsible for the applicant's place of residence

the foreigners authority responsible for the applicant's place of residence

the foreigners authority responsible for the applicant's place of residence

• Forms: Forms can be obtained from your foreigners authority; these may also be available online
• Online procedure: occasionally possible
• Written form required: yes
• Personal appearance required: yes