Germany Updates Student Residence Permit Rules
What this means for you
This update provides clarity on the duration of student permits and allowed work hours, as well as the application timeline, helping students plan their relocation and studies in Germany more effectively.
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Foreign students can obtain a residence permit for full-time study in Germany, typically for two years, allowing 140 full working days per year. The online application for a residence permit for language and study purposes can be submitted up to 4 months before the current permit expires, with specific document format and size requirements.
Germany has updated its regulations concerning student residence permits. Foreign students pursuing full-time studies can now typically obtain a residence permit valid for two years, which permits up to 140 full working days annually.
The online application process for residence permits for language and study purposes allows submission up to four months before an existing permit’s expiration. Applicants should note specific requirements regarding document format and size.
Source
verwaltung.bund.de ↗