Permanent Residence with German Spouse

Visa needed?

All persons who wish to stay in Germany for more than 90 days are required to obtain a residence permit.

How to apply?

Except for rare instances, you have to submit your application in person. Upon submission of all required documents the application will be forwarded to the Aliens' Office (Ausländeramt) competent for your intended place of residence in Germany. Applications take about 1-3 months to be processed. After the application has been approved by the Aliens' Office the Consulate will issue a residence permit in the form of a visa. The Aliens' Office requires all residence permit holders to register upon their first arrival. A final residence permit will be granted in German after arrival.

Requirements for a Residence Permit:

- a passport valid for at least 6 months and two photocopies thereof

- a valid UAE residence visa and two photocopies thereof

- three application forms fully completed and signed

- three photographs with biometric characteristics not older than 6 months

(neither stapled nor glued). Specifications are as follows:

• Minimum size of 3.5cms x 4.5cms
• A frontal view of the face, which covers 70-80% (32-36mm) of the photo
• A uniform and light-coloured background
• Clear facial features and eyes – not covered by hair or frame of glasses

Headcoverings of any kind are unacceptable, except for religious reasons.

- one instruction letter signed

- original or certified copy of marriage certificate incl. Apostille

- support letter from spouse residing in Germany

- original or certified copy of passport of spouse holding either a German or EU passport or a residence permit for Germany 

Note:

Fees must be paid upon submission of the above in cash only.

For rejected visa applications no fee is refunded.

The above constitute the minimum requirements. You may be asked for additional proof  or documentation.