Applying for a settlement permit for minor children

• valid passport
• 1 current biometric passport photo
• Proof of education or proof of income
• Proof of health insurance coverage
• Rental agreement or purchase contract with indication of the living space
• Joint interview with the parent/parent with custody

Please note that further proof may be requested in individual cases.

Requirements for the settlement permit for minors are:

• written application to the competent immigration authority
• valid passport or passport substitute and clarified identity
• Completion of the age of 16
• Possession of a residence permit for 5 years
• Education or secure livelihood through own income
• adequate health insurance and sufficient housing
• no criminal offences

Please note that even in the event of a refusal, a fee of half of the grant fee may be charged.

The processing can take several weeks, as other authorities are also involved in the procedure.

Administrative court action:
Detailed information on this can be found in the decision rejecting your application.

The text was automatically translated based on the German content.