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Applying for a residence permit to pursue a self-employed activity

Description

To take up self-employment, you can apply for a temporary residence permit.

A residence permit is a residence permit. The granting of the residence permit is only possible for a specific purpose, such as, among other things, for the start of a self-employed activity.

Prerequisites

The residence permit can only be issued to you if

there is an economic interest or regional need for the activity, and
the activity can be expected to have a positive impact on the economy in Germany and
the financing of the implementation is secured by equity or by a loan commitment.

If you have already reached the age of 45, an adequate pension plan is also required.

Furthermore, the general conditions for granting a residence permit must be met.

These are in particular:

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

Required documents

Valid National Pass
proof of health insurance;
Lease
Curriculum vitae and proof of qualifications about previous activities and training (degree certificates, certificates or certificates)
Financing Plan / Business Plan
1 current biometric photo
Please ask the immigration authority responsible for you whether you need to submit further documents.

Deadlines

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 issued for a maximum of 3 years.

Processing time

The processing time depends on the amount of work at the locally responsible immigration office.

Legal remedy

Contradiction

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

Administrative court action

Responsible body

Please contact the competent immigration authority.

Applications / Forms

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

Procedure

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 necessary, other authorities may be involved.
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.

Legal basis

§ 21 paragraph 1, paragraph 3, paragraph 4 sentence 1 act on the residence, gainful employment and integration of foreigners in the Federal territory (Residence Act – AufenthG)