Aufenthaltserlaubnis erteilen zur Fortsetzung eines im EU-Ausland begonnenen Studiums

§ 16b abs. 7 AufenthG

As an internationally protected person, they can apply for a residence permit to continue their studies started in another EU country if they meet certain requirements for this.

If you are recognised as an internationally entitled person to protection in another EU Member State and have been studying there for at least two years, you can obtain a residence permit to continue your studies in Germany.

The residence permit for the continuation of studies started in another EU country is a temporary residence permit. It is granted for the duration of the part of the study, which is carried out in Germany.

With your residence permit for the purpose of studying, you may in principle work up to 120 days or 240 half days a year as well as student secondary activities.

• Valid passport
• Current biometric photo
• Current residence permit
• Proof of livelihood (e.B. scholarship certificate, declaration of commitment, blocked account with a bank)
• lease
• Proof of your health insurance
• Proof of the status of the internationally entitled person in another EU Member State
• Proof of studies in another EU Member State and, if necessary. Proof of participation in a programme with mobility measures (e.B. Erasmus)
• Letter of admission from the receiving educational institution in Germany

• You have a recognized and valid passport or passport replacement.
• There is no interest in expulsion against you.
• Your stay does not endanger or affect the interests of the Federal Republic of Germany.
• They were recognised as beneficiaries of international protection in another EU Member State.
• You have been studying in another EU Member State for at least two years.
• You are admitted to a state-recognised university or educational institution in Germany.
• You can prove that you are participating in a Union or multilateral programme with mobility measures (e.B. Erasmus) or you have an agreement between two or more universities.
• Your livelihood is secured for the duration of your studies.

Issuance of residence permit: EUR 100,00

Under certain conditions, a reduction in fees or exemption from fees may be considered.

The residence permit must be applied for at the immigration office responsible for your place of residence. The procedure is as follows:

• Depending on the immigration office and concerns, an application via the Internet may be possible. Find out whether your immigration office offers the electronic application for the residence permit.
• If the application is only possible in person, make an appointment with the immigration office. During the appointment, your application will be accepted and your proofs checked (bring them with you to the appointment). For the production of an electronic residence title (eAT card), your fingerprints will be taken.
• In the event of an electronic application, the Immigration Office will contact you after receipt of your online application in order to make an appointment at the Immigration Office if necessary. During the appointment, your proofs will be checked (bring them with you to the appointment) and your fingerprints will be taken for the production of the electronic residence title (eAT card).
• If your application is complied with, the Immigration Office will arrange for the eAT card to be produced.
• After about six to eight weeks, you can pick up the eAT card at the Immigration Office.
• The eAT card must always be picked up in person.
• There are fees for the issuance of the residence permit. The timing and form of payment vary depending on the authority.

about six to eight weeks

Opposition period: 1 month

• You can also get free advice on the topics of entry, residence and work from the "Hotline Working and Living in Germany" from the Federal Government's portal for skilled workers from abroad.
  Phone: 030 1815-1111
  Service hours: Monday to Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.

• Residence permit for the purpose of training Granting for the continuation of studies started in another EU country
• Foreigners who have been studying in another EU Member State for at least two years and are recognised there as beneficiaries of international protection can obtain a residence permit to continue their studies in Germany.
• The residence permit is issued for the duration of the part of the study, which is carried out in Germany.
• The residence permit entitles you to work up to 120 days or 240 half days a year as well as to pursue secondary student activities.
• Depending on the immigration office and concerns, it is possible to apply via the Internet or in person.
• There is a fee for the granting of the residence permit. The timing and form of payment vary depending on the authority.
• Responsible: the immigration authority responsible for the applicant's place of residence;

The immigration authority responsible for the applicant's place of residence

The immigration authority responsible for the applicant's place of residence

• Forms: Forms can be obtained from your immigration office, if necessary they are also offered online
• Online procedures occasionally possible
• Written form required: yes
• Personal appearance necessary: yes