Different types of permits in German
Temporary Residence Permit
This permit allows you stay in Germany as long as one year. However, one can extend it if they are planning to stay longer or want to work further. This is very common permit for foreigners get after reaching Germany and also gives a basis in which you can submit for a long term visa application. This visa is granted in some conditions like if you want to study in Germany, or you have a work offer.
- Employment
This visa depends on your contract with your respective companies. Even if you have already offered by some company you will have to get this permit to work further. So, if your contract is for two years, your permit will also be for only two years.
- Study
If you want to study in Germany, you will get this visa after you come to Germany. This permits length depends upon the duration of current course you are taking. You may not take a long-term work contract with this permit, but you can work full-time for 120 days or work part-time for 240 days. You can extend this permit by 18 months for the purpose of finding work.
- Marriage
For this permit you will have to complete at least B1-level German certification. If you are married to a german national or some who has permanent resident status, then you can apply for this visa in order to stay with your partner. After you have been staying in Germany for 3 years after marriage, you will become eligible to apply for permanent resident permit.
EU Blue Card
This is also a temporary visa, but it is given for longer term and is preferably granted to highly skilled professionals. If you are skilled in IT, engineering or mathematics you are more likely to be granted for this permit. To apply for this permit you must have a higher degree like bachelor's or master's degree. All the applicants should have high level of German language proficiency and from the offered job you must earn at least EUR 50.800 per year. This card is valid for 4 years and if are married you can bring you spouse with you, even if your spouse doesn't have the above requirements.
Self-employed Permit
If you want to come to Germany for business set-up, you can apply for this permit for self-employed purposes. This permit is valid for 3 years, and it can be extended if your business turns out to be successful. Before you apply for this application you will have to prove that your business fulfils a need in Germany and it is beneficial for countries economy. You will also have to show your business plan, relevant experience, and evidence of business funding.
Settlement Permit
You can apply for this permit if you have a temporary permit or a Blue-card. To apply for this permit you need to show that you have worked in Germany for at least 5 years and also have to prove that you paid all the relevant taxes during 5 years. Also you will have to pass a difficult German test before you are granted for this permit. After you get this permit you can bring your spouse and children with you.
