Anmeldung, residence permits, Blue Card, family reunion, and permanent residence.
When leaving Germany permanently, you may need to deregister with the city and keep the deregistration certificate for banks, insurance, tax filings and other closures. Deadlines and required documents vary by city; always verify on the official authority website.
You must register your address (Anmeldung) at a Berlin Bürgeramt within 14 days of moving in. Bring your passport, signed Wohnungsgeberbestätigung from your landlord and the completed Anmeldeformular. Berlin Bürgeramt appointments are notoriously hard to get - book early via the service portal or accept any available slot citywide.
Berlin's Landesamt für Einwanderung (LEA) handles residence permits, Blue Card, settlement permits and family reunification. Book appointments online - most categories are appointment-only. For urgent extensions you can submit a Fiktionsbescheinigung request before your current permit expires.
Berlin has dozens of Bürgerämter across all 12 districts. Any Bürgeramt can perform Anmeldung - you are not bound to your district. Use the official service portal to compare available appointment slots citywide; new slots are typically released on weekday mornings.
The EU Blue Card is a key residence route for qualified professionals in Germany. Eligibility depends on recognised qualifications, employment conditions and current salary thresholds. Thresholds and permanent-residence rules change; always verify on Make it in Germany or the responsible authority website.
Spouses and children of residence-permit holders may apply for family reunion visas through the responsible German mission and local authority process. Document lists, language requirements and processing times change; always verify on official embassy and authority websites.
Marriage registration and recognition are handled by the Standesamt and may require apostilles, translations and consular documents. Requirements vary by city and personal situation; always verify with the Standesamt and the relevant consular authority.
Permanent residence (Niederlassungserlaubnis) may become available after meeting residence, contribution, income, language and other legal requirements. Rules differ by permit type and change over time; always verify on the official authority website before applying.
To invite family for a visit, you may need a Verpflichtungserklärung from the responsible authority. Documents, fees and appointment rules vary by city and visa type; always verify on the official authority website and the relevant visa-service page.
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