Aufenthaltserlaubnis zum Zweck der Ausbildung Erteilung zur Fortsetzung eines im EU-Ausland begonnenen Studiums

Section 16b (7) Residence Act

As a person entitled to international protection, you can apply for a residence permit to continue a course of study you have begun in another EU country if you meet certain requirements.

If you are recognised as a person entitled to international 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 begun in another EU country is a temporary residence title. It is issued for the duration of the part of your studies that is carried out in Germany.

With your residence permit for the purpose of your studies, you are generally allowed to work for up to 120 days or 240 half days per year as well as to do part-time student work.

• Valid passport
• Current biometric photo
• Current residence permit
• Proof of means of subsistence (e.g. scholarship certificate, declaration of commitment, blocked account at a bank)
• Rental contract
• Proof of health insurance
• Proof of status as a person entitled to international protection in another EU member state
• Proof of studies in another EU member state and, if applicable, proof of participation in a programme with mobility measures (e.g. Erasmus)
• Letter of admission from the receiving educational institution in Germany

• You have a recognised and valid passport or passport replacement.
• There is no interest in deportation against you.
• Your stay does not endanger or impair the interests of the Federal Republic of Germany.
• You have been recognised as a person entitled to international protection in another EU member state.
• You have been studying in another EU member state for at least two years.
• You have been admitted to a state-recognised higher education institution or a recognised educational institution in Germany.
• You can prove that you are participating in a Union or multilateral programme with mobility measures (e.g. Erasmus) or an agreement between two or more higher education institutions applies to you.
• Your livelihood is secured for the duration of your studies.

Issue of residence permit: EUR 100,00

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

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

• Depending on the immigration authority and concerns, it may be possible to apply via the Internet. Find out whether your immigration authority offers the electronic application for a residence permit.
• If the application is only possible in person, make an appointment with the Foreigners' Registration Office. During the appointment, your application will be received and your supporting documents will be checked (bring them with you to the appointment). Your fingerprints will be taken to produce an electronic residence permit (eAT card).
• In the event of an electronic application, the Foreigners' Registration Office will contact you upon receipt of your online application in order to make an appointment at the Foreigners' Registration 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 title (eAT card).
• If your application is granted, the Foreigners' Registration 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 Foreigners' Registration Office.
• The eAT card must always be picked up in person.
• Fees apply for the issuance of the residence permit. The timing and form of payment vary depending on the authority.

about six to eight weeks

Time limit for bringing an action: 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.

• An action may be brought before the competent administrative court against a negative decision of the immigration authority.

A preliminary procedure (opposition) does not take place in Lower Saxony.

Detailed information can be found in the rejection decision

• Residence permit for the purpose of education Issuance for the continuation of studies begun in another EU country
• Foreigners who have been studying in another EU member state for at least two years and are recognised there as being entitled to international protection may be granted a residence permit to continue their studies in Germany.
• The residence permit is issued for the duration of the part of the studies which is carried out in Germany.
• The residence permit entitles the holder to take up employment for up to 120 days or 240 half days per year and to take up secondary student employment.
• Depending on the Foreigners' Registration Office and your concerns, you can apply for a residence permit via the Internet or in person.
• A fee is charged for the issuance of the residence permit. The time and the 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

• Forms: Forms can be obtained from your foreigners authority, possibly they are also offered online.
• Online procedure possible in some cases
• Written form required: yes
• Personal appearance necessary: yes