Niederlassungserlaubnis für minderjährige ausländische Kinder beantragen

If certain conditions are met, children of foreigners can be granted a settlement permit.

Children who were born in Germany or who moved to Germany with or to their parents as minors and who are also 16 years old and have had a residence permit for at least 5 years can apply for a permanent settlement permit.

• valid passport
• 1 current biometric passport photo
• Proof of education or income
• Proof of health insurance cover
• Rental agreement or purchase contract with details of the living space
• Joint application with the custodial parent/guardian

Please note that further proof may be requested in individual cases.

The requirements for a settlement permit for holders of an EU Blue Card are

• written application to the responsible immigration authority
• Valid passport or passport replacement and clarified identity
• Completion of the 16th year of age
• Possession of a residence permit for 5 years
• Education or secure livelihood through own income
• Sufficient health insurance and sufficient living space
• No criminal offenses

Please note that even in the event of a rejection, a fee amounting to half of the issuing fee may be charged.

Processing can take several weeks, as other authorities are also involved in the procedure.

Since September 1, 2011, you will receive a settlement permit in the form of a check card with additional electronic functions. You can find more information on this at:

You must apply for a settlement permit in writing to the foreigners authority at your main place of residence. Depending on where you live, the foreigners authority is the city administration or the district administration.