Granting a residence permit for a study-related internship EU

The residence permit must be applied for at the immigration office responsible for your place of residence. The procedure is as follows:

• Depending on the immigration office and concerns, an application via the Internet may be possible. Find out whether your immigration office offers the electronic application for the residence permit.
• If the application is only possible in person, make an appointment with the immigration office. During the appointment, your application will be accepted and your proofs checked (bring them with you to the appointment). For the production of an electronic residence title (eAT card), your fingerprints will be taken.
• In the event of an electronic application, the Immigration Office will contact you after receipt of your online application in order to make an appointment at the Immigration Office if necessary. During the appointment, your proofs will be checked (bring them with you to the appointment) and your fingerprints will be taken for the production of the electronic residence title (eAT card).
• If your application is complied with, the Immigration Office will arrange for the eAT card to be produced.
• After about six to eight weeks, you can pick up the eAT card at the Immigration Office.
• The eAT card must always be picked up in person.

There are fees for the issuance of the residence permit. The timing and form of payment vary depending on the authority

The immigration authority responsible for the applicant's place of residence

The immigration authority responsible for the applicant's place of residence

• You have a recognised and valid passport or passport replacement and - if necessary for entry - a valid visa.
• There is no interest in expulsion against you.
• Your stay does not endanger or affect the interests of the Federal Republic of Germany.
• You have concluded an agreement with the host institution to participate in an internship.
• The internship serves to enable you to acquire knowledge, practical knowledge and experience in a professional environment.
• You are studying in a third country or have successfully completed your studies no more than two years before the application is submitted.
• The internship corresponds professionally to your university degree or studies.
• The host institution undertakes to bear the costs incurred by public authorities up to six months after the end of the internship agreement, which are incurred for the livelihood of the foreigner during the unauthorised stay in Germany and for deportation.
• Your livelihood is secured for the entire duration of the study-related internship.

• Valid passport
• Current biometric photo
• Visa, if required
• Proof of subsistence (e.B. proof of an internship remuneration or blocked account with a bank)
• lease
• Proof of your health insurance
• Proof of university degree or ongoing studies in a third country
• Internship agreement with the host institution
• Declaration of assumption of costs by the host institution

Issuance of residence permit: EUR 100,00

Under certain conditions, a reduction in fees or exemption from fees may be considered.

- The residence permit should be applied for no later than eight weeks before the expiry of your still valid visa.
- Opposition period: 1 month

about six to eight weeks.

• § 16 e Residence Act

- Forms: Forms can be obtained from your immigration office, if necessary they are also offered online
- Online procedures occasionally possible
- Written form required: yes
- Personal appearance necessary: yes

01.09.2020