Residency Registration and Residency Permit are two separate matters, that are commonly mistaken.
Residency Registration (German: Anmeldung) is simply informing the authorities about the address change, that needs to be done immediately after moving in. Germans, EU-citzens and foreign citizens are required to visit a local municipality office and by presenting a passport or ID together with a landlord confirmation register their new residency address.
Residency Permit (German: Aufenthaltstitel) on the other hand is meant only for foreign citizens. Depending on the country of origin, the residency permit must be obtained before the actual arrival to Germany (entry visa) or within 90 days upon moving to Germany. The full list of countries which citizens are required to obtain an entry visa can be found at the official website of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs.
Regardless of the fact if a foreign citizen wishes to live in Germany as a long-term tourist, take up a job or simply move with a spouse who had obtained a work permit before, the residency permit needs to be applied for at a local Immigration Office (German: Ausländerbehörde) well in advance. Depending on a personal situation, the residency permit can contain a work permit, a family visa, a job search visa or other kind to name a few.
An exact procedure and list of documents required to apply for a permit can vary and depends on the specific situation of an applicant. Commonly all the communication with an Immigration Office as well as an interview are performed in the German language, though some forms can be bi- or even tri-lingual. Also, the documents are often required to be certified translated into German, although more and more Immigration Offices accept English versions as well.
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Published on September 30, 2020 Germany’s reputation as a top destination for researchers is well-founded for a number of reasons. Top Universities For one, Germany’s universities are rated amongst the best in the world. These universities and other research institutions provide an excellent environment for researchers, often working in international teams on groundbreaking projects. Academic publications in Germany are also among the top five worldwide. On top of this, the country is also a world leader when it comes to research developments and patent registrations as well as disciplines of the future. International Population being drawn by Infrastructure Germany is a very cosmopolitan country, with around 20% of the population either an immigrant or a descendent of an immigrant. Germany impresses with a very high standard of living while still offering relatively low living costs. It is one of the world’s safest countries, rated in the top 20 by the Global Peace Index 2020. The health care system is excellent in Germany, with employers contributing to the cost and top-notch medical care accessible and well-organized. Germany’s infrastructure is exceptional, with rail, sea, air, and road services all rated above the European average. There are a number of measures in place to make it as simple as possible for researchers from abroad to work in Germany. EU nationals as well as those from some other countries can enter Germany without a visa. If you are already working as a researcher in another EU country, you can spend up to 180 days within a one year period working and living in Germany without having to apply for a German residence permit. There is also a reciprocal agreement allowing those who are in Germany for research purposes to spend this same amount of time in other EU countries. How to Apply for a Work Permit? If you come to Germany from outside of the EU or a country without a special arrangement, you can still apply for residence in Germany. In order to do so, you need an admission agreement or a contract with a relevant research establishment. This can be any organization in which research is carried out, including universities as well as the research departments within companies. You are also permitted to carry out teaching work as a scientist. When you reach the end of your contract, you can apply to the extent of your residence permit for up to nine months in order to look for employment within the area of your research. With all of these benefits, there is no question about it; Germany is definitely an attractive and accessible destination for researchers! […]
