Children who were born in Germany or moved to Germany with or to join their parents as minors, are 16 years of age, and have had a residence permit for at least 5 years can apply for a permanent settlement permit.

The requirements for a settlement permit for EU Blue Card holders are:

• Written application to the competent immigration authority
• Valid passport or passport substitute and verified identity
• At least 16 years of age
• Possession of a residence permit for 5 years
• Training or secure livelihood through own income
• Adequate health insurance and adequate living space
• No criminal record

Since September 1, 2011, you can obtain a settlement permit in the form of a check card with additional electronic functions. For more information, please visit:

Processing may take several weeks, as other authorities are also involved in the procedure.

• valid passport
• 1 recent biometric passport photo
• Proof of education or proof of income
• Proof of health insurance coverage
• Rental agreement or purchase agreement specifying the living space
• Joint interview with the parent(s) with custody

Please note that additional documentation may be requested in individual cases.

Please note that even if your application is rejected, you may still be charged half of the application fee.

• Fee: EUR 113.
  00 for adults
• Fee: EUR 55.
  00 for minors