Applying for a residence permit as a civil servant employed by a German public authority
Service description
If you are a civil servant employed by a German public authority, you may be eligible for a residence permit.
Employers may include, for example:
- the Federal Government
- the federal states
- Local authorities
A residence permit is particularly suitable for you if
- you are a university lecturer and have been appointed to the civil service, or
- work in the scientific or artistic field.
The residence permit will be issued to you for a period of 3 years, unless a shorter period is specified for your stay in Germany.
Once the three years have elapsed, you will have the opportunity to obtain a settlement permit. This grants you the right of residence for an indefinite period.
Your employer, who wishes to bring you to Germany, can use your power of attorney to apply to the Immigration Authority for the fast-track procedure for skilled workers, which can make your entry into the country easier and quicker.
Who should I contact?
The immigration authority responsible for the applicant’s place of residence;
For the fast-track skilled worker procedure:
The Foreigners’ Registration Office at the place of employment, provided that no central office has been set up to handle the procedure
What fees are incurred?
Fee: €100.00Advance payment: Nohttps://www.gesetze-im-internet.de/aufenthv/__45.htmlUnder certain circumstances, you may be exempt from the fee or pay a reduced fee.Fee: €98.00Advance payment: Nohttps://www.gesetze-im-internet.de/aufenthv/__45.htmlChange of purpose: If you are amending an existing residence permit in order to obtain a residence permit that allows you to be employed as a civil servant by a German employer.What deadlines do I have to observe?
The residence permit is granted for 3 years, provided you are not due to work in Germany for a shorter period. After that, you may be able to obtain a settlement permit, subject to certain conditions.
Period of validity: 3 years
You should apply for a residence permit no later than 8 weeks before your visa or current residence permit expires.
Application deadline: 8 weeks
Objection period: 1 month
Legal basis
Legal remedy
- Appeal: Further information on how to lodge an appeal can be found in the notice of refusal.
- Legal proceedings before the Administrative Court.
What else should I know?
You may be required to attend an integration course. This will then be noted on your residence permit.
The Federal Employment Agency is not required to approve the employment.
Author
Forwarding service: Deep link to the original portal- Residence permit for the purpose of gainful employment: granted for employment as a civil servant with a German employer in Saxony-Anhalt
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- Residence permit for the purpose of gainful employment: granted for employment as a civil servant with a German employer in Saxony-Anhalt