Residence Permit

Niederlassungserlaubnis

Permanent settlement permit

A permanent residence permit in Germany — the highest form of residence title. Generally requires several years of legal residence, stable income, German language skills, and pension contributions. Not typically relevant for new students but a long-term goal for many.

Category Residence Permit
Type Residence Permit

What it means in plain English

Permanent settlement permit — A permanent residence permit in Germany — the highest form of residence title. Generally requires several years of legal residence, stable income, German language skills, and pension contributions. Not typically relevant for new students but a long-term goal for many.

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