Source: BUS Sachsen-Anhalt (Linie6PLus)

Applying for a residence permit to look for a job after recognition of foreign professional qualifications

Description

If the equivalence of your foreign professional qualification has been established or you have received the professional training permit, you can be granted a temporary residence permit to look for a job or to take up self-employment directly after your previous recognition procedure. This residence permit allows gainful employment without restriction.

Requirements

You already have a residence permit for the purpose of the recognition procedure of a foreign professional qualification in Germany.
The other general conditions for granting a residence permit are in particular:

a secure livelihood,
a clarified identity,
Possession of a valid national passport.

Which documents are required?

Valid National Pass
Proof of secure livelihood (e.g. employment contract and payslips, bank statements, submission of a declaration of commitment by third parties)
Proof of health insurance
Proof of qualification (certificate of completion, certificate or attestation of your training company or educational institution about the successful completion of an apprenticeship
1 current biometric photo
Please ask the immigration authority responsible for you whether you need to submit further documents.

What deadlines do I have to pay attention to?

Application before the expiry of the current residence permit. An interview 4 to 6 weeks before the previous residence permit expires is recommended.

The residence permit is limited to a maximum of 12 months.

Processing duration

The processing time depends on the workload in the locally responsible immigration authority.

Applications / forms

Contradiction

Detailed information on how to lodge an objection can be found in the decision rejecting your application.

Administrative court action.

Who should I contact?

Please contact the competent immigration authority.

Appeal

Online procedure possible: no
Written form required: no
Personal appearance necessary: yes

Process flow

You can only apply for a residence permit in person at the immigration authority responsible for your place of residence.

You submit the required documents in the original and pay the application fee.
The Foreigners' Registration Office checks whether the conditions for grant are met.
If all requirements are met, the Foreigners' Registration Office will record your biometric data (photo, fingerprints) and order the electronic residence permit (eAT) from Bundesdruckerei GmbH.
As soon as the eAT is completed, it will be handed over to you by the Foreigners' Registration Office.