Immigration Law

  • Immigration Law
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Immigration Law

Legal consultancy specializing in Immigration Law, with expertise in visa processes, residence permits, family reunification, legal stay, and migratory regularization in Germany. Individualized guidance based on the applicant's profile, purpose of residence, and applicable legal requirements for each situation.

Technical analysis of documentation, strategic case preparation, and follow-up with competent authorities, paying attention to the specificities of each case and administrative deadlines. Preventive action to avoid rejections, documentary inconsistencies, and risks to legal stay in the country.

Legal support for situations involving changes in immigration status, permit renewals, naturalization, and potential repercussions arising from administrative or legal matters, ensuring a structured approach and legal certainty throughout the entire process.

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Frequently Asked Questions

The main work visas for Germany include: the EU Blue Card (for skilled professionals with a university degree and a minimum annual gross salary of €45,300 in 2024), the Skilled Worker Visa (§18a AufenthG), the Chancenkarte (Opportunity Card, new since June 2024, based on a points system), and the Self-Employment Visa (§21 AufenthG) for entrepreneurs and freelancers. Each option has specific requirements regarding qualifications, language proficiency, and financial proof.

Family reunification (Familiennachzug) allows spouses and children under 18 years of age to join someone already residing legally in Germany. Requirements include: proof of adequate housing, sufficient income, health insurance, and, for spouses, basic knowledge of German (A1 level). The process begins with a visa application at the German consulate in the family member's country of origin.

The self-employment visa (§21 Residence Act) allows foreign entrepreneurs and investors to reside in Germany to operate a business. There is no fixed minimum investment amount, but it is necessary to demonstrate economic feasibility, a positive impact on the local economy, and secured financing. The business plan is evaluated by the Chamber of Commerce (IHK) and the immigration authority (Ausländerbehörde).

Visa rejections can be contested. The first step is to analyze the formal reasons for the rejection (which must be communicated in writing). Depending on the case, it is possible to file an appeal (Remonstration) with the same authority or a lawsuit (Klage) in the administrative court (Verwaltungsgericht). The deadlines are short — usually 1 month for an appeal — so it is essential to act quickly with legal advice.

A temporary residence permit (Aufenthaltserlaubnis) is tied to a specific reason (work, study, family) and has a fixed term. Permanent residence (Niederlassungserlaubnis) is unlimited and can be applied for after 5 years of legal residence, with stable employment, pension contributions, and a B1 German level. EU Blue Card holders can obtain permanent residency in just 21 months with B1 German.