Germany permanent residence
2 current source-backed permanent residence pathways. Verify the responsible authority before applying.
This page contains 2 current routes for this destination, with the available eligibility, requirements and duration details.
Source-backed legal route · Checked 2026-08-28
Current route records
| Route | Conditions | Effective or checked | Official source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Permanent residence route | Applicants generally need five years of lawful residence in Germany, self-support, sufficient living space, 60 months of pension contributions, German and civic knowledge; settlement residence permits employment without the temporary-purpose restriction. | 2026-07-13 | Official source |
| Permanent residence route | Applicants generally need five years of lawful residence in Germany, self-support, sufficient living space, 60 months of pension contributions, German and civic knowledge; settlement residence permits employment without the temporary-purpose restriction. | 2026-07-14 | Official source |
Fees, processing times and requirements
Each value as the authority publishes it, in the currency it charges.
| Route | Fact | Value | Official source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Permanent residence route | Application fee (issuance, residence all other) | 113 EUR | Official source |
| Permanent residence route | Application fee (issuance, residence highly qualified) | 147 EUR | Official source |
| Permanent residence route | Application fee (issuance, residence) | 113 EUR | Official source |
| Permanent residence route | Application fee (issuance, residence self employed) | 124 EUR | Official source |
| Permanent residence route | Years of residence required (general) | 5 years | Official source |
| Permanent residence route | Language level required | required, no CEFR level set (German) | Official source |
| Permanent residence route | Where to apply | in the country | Official source |
| Permanent residence route | Application fee (issuance, residence all other) | 113 EUR | Official source |
| Permanent residence route | Application fee (issuance, residence highly qualified) | 147 EUR | Official source |
| Permanent residence route | Application fee (issuance, residence) | 113 EUR | Official source |
| Permanent residence route | Application fee (issuance, residence self employed) | 124 EUR | Official source |
| Permanent residence route | Years of residence required (general) | 5 years | Official source |
| Permanent residence route | Language level required | required, no CEFR level set (German) | Official source |
| Permanent residence route | Where to apply | in the country | Official source |
Can you work on this route?
Route-specific work rights and conditions stay separate from shortage-list status and individual eligibility.
| Route | Published work answer | Official source |
|---|---|---|
| Permanent residence route | The official page states the work conditions for this route. | Official source |