Offices that handle residence permits in German cities

Prepare identity and current stay documents, then use the case-specific checklist for family relationship, purpose of stay, funds, insurance or other required evidence. Upload complete readable files and bring the originals requested in your invitation; follow current biometric-photo instructions. The online service is free; the portal quotes around €100 for a permit, with the actual case fee payable at the appointment. Processing takes several weeks and depends on completeness. For later documents, changed conditions or questions use the separate “Anliegen zum Aufenthaltstitel klären” service or the responsible authority, not a fresh permit application. Technical support: +49 40 42828 1228, Monday–Friday 08:00–16:00. For the eAT photo, bring the Data-Matrix code from a certified photographer; the authority retrieves the image securely, with access available for six months. Alternatively, arrive early for the authority’s self-service photo (€6). Paper photos are not accepted. Follow the location assigned in your appointment invitation.

Prepare identity and current stay documents, then use the case-specific checklist for family relationship, purpose of stay, funds, insurance or other required evidence. Upload complete readable files and bring the originals requested in your invitation; follow current biometric-photo instructions. The online service is free; the portal quotes around €100 for a permit, with the actual case fee payable at the appointment. Processing takes several weeks and depends on completeness. For later documents, changed conditions or questions use the separate “Anliegen zum Aufenthaltstitel klären” service or the responsible authority, not a fresh permit application. Technical support: +49 40 42828 1228, Monday–Friday 08:00–16:00. For the eAT photo, bring the Data-Matrix code from a certified photographer; the authority retrieves the image securely, with access available for six months. Alternatively, arrive early for the authority’s self-service photo (€6). Paper photos are not accepted. Follow the location assigned in your appointment invitation.

Prepare identity and current stay documents, then use the case-specific checklist for family relationship, purpose of stay, funds, insurance or other required evidence. Upload complete readable files and bring the originals requested in your invitation; follow current biometric-photo instructions. The online service is free; the portal quotes around €100 for a permit, with the actual case fee payable at the appointment. Processing takes several weeks and depends on completeness. For later documents, changed conditions or questions use the separate “Anliegen zum Aufenthaltstitel klären” service or the responsible authority, not a fresh permit application. Technical support: +49 40 42828 1228, Monday–Friday 08:00–16:00. For the eAT photo, bring the Data-Matrix code from a certified photographer; the authority retrieves the image securely, with access available for six months. Alternatively, arrive early for the authority’s self-service photo (€6). Paper photos are not accepted. Follow the location assigned in your appointment invitation.

Prepare identity and current stay documents, then use the case-specific checklist for family relationship, purpose of stay, funds, insurance or other required evidence. Upload complete readable files and bring the originals requested in your invitation; follow current biometric-photo instructions. The online service is free; the portal quotes around €100 for a permit, with the actual case fee payable at the appointment. Processing takes several weeks and depends on completeness. For later documents, changed conditions or questions use the separate “Anliegen zum Aufenthaltstitel klären” service or the responsible authority, not a fresh permit application. Technical support: +49 40 42828 1228, Monday–Friday 08:00–16:00. For the eAT photo, bring the Data-Matrix code from a certified photographer; the authority retrieves the image securely, with access available for six months. Alternatively, arrive early for the authority’s self-service photo (€6). Paper photos are not accepted. Follow the location assigned in your appointment invitation.

Prepare identity and current stay documents, then use the case-specific checklist for family relationship, purpose of stay, funds, insurance or other required evidence. Upload complete readable files and bring the originals requested in your invitation; follow current biometric-photo instructions. The online service is free; the portal quotes around €100 for a permit, with the actual case fee payable at the appointment. Processing takes several weeks and depends on completeness. For later documents, changed conditions or questions use the separate “Anliegen zum Aufenthaltstitel klären” service or the responsible authority, not a fresh permit application. Technical support: +49 40 42828 1228, Monday–Friday 08:00–16:00. For the eAT photo, bring the Data-Matrix code from a certified photographer; the authority retrieves the image securely, with access available for six months. Alternatively, arrive early for the authority’s self-service photo (€6). Paper photos are not accepted. Follow the location assigned in your appointment invitation.

Prepare identity and current stay documents, then use the case-specific checklist for family relationship, purpose of stay, funds, insurance or other required evidence. Upload complete readable files and bring the originals requested in your invitation; follow current biometric-photo instructions. The online service is free; the portal quotes around €100 for a permit, with the actual case fee payable at the appointment. Processing takes several weeks and depends on completeness. For later documents, changed conditions or questions use the separate “Anliegen zum Aufenthaltstitel klären” service or the responsible authority, not a fresh permit application. Technical support: +49 40 42828 1228, Monday–Friday 08:00–16:00. For the eAT photo, bring the Data-Matrix code from a certified photographer; the authority retrieves the image securely, with access available for six months. Alternatively, arrive early for the authority’s self-service photo (€6). Paper photos are not accepted. Follow the location assigned in your appointment invitation.

Prepare identity and current stay documents, then use the case-specific checklist for family relationship, purpose of stay, funds, insurance or other required evidence. Upload complete readable files and bring the originals requested in your invitation; follow current biometric-photo instructions. The online service is free; the portal quotes around €100 for a permit, with the actual case fee payable at the appointment. Processing takes several weeks and depends on completeness. For later documents, changed conditions or questions use the separate “Anliegen zum Aufenthaltstitel klären” service or the responsible authority, not a fresh permit application. Technical support: +49 40 42828 1228, Monday–Friday 08:00–16:00. For the eAT photo, bring the Data-Matrix code from a certified photographer; the authority retrieves the image securely, with access available for six months. Alternatively, arrive early for the authority’s self-service photo (€6). Paper photos are not accepted. Follow the location assigned in your appointment invitation.

Use the personalised document checklist; requirements depend on your residence purpose. Keep passport, existing status and purpose-related evidence ready. Bring requested originals to the appointment. Send later documents or permit-change questions through the separate official enquiry service rather than filing duplicate applications. For the eAT photo, bring the Data-Matrix code from a certified photographer; the authority retrieves the image securely, with access available for six months. Alternatively, arrive early for the authority’s self-service photo (€6). Paper photos are not accepted. Follow the location assigned in your appointment invitation.

Prepare passport, visa/status evidence, admission/enrolment, funding and adequate health insurance. Follow the personalised checklist and digital-photo instructions. Ask about admission conditions, part-time study or EU student mobility before choosing the ordinary route. Bring the submitted documents again as originals. Fingerprints and a signature are taken once the file is complete. Card production then takes several weeks; collection requires a separate appointment.