Educational Immigration
Germany welcomes international students and trainees with open arms.
Whether you want to learn a trade, study at university or take language courses, there are residence permits designed specifically for education.
Empowering Your Move to Germany
What You Can Do
Germany offers permits for vocational training and university studies that let you stay for the full duration of your program. Depending on your situation, you might even be able to bring your family with you.
The Real Benefits
You can work part-time while you're studying or training, which helps with living expenses and gives you German work experience.
But here's the best part: once you finish, you don't have to leave. You can get a job-seeking permit to find work or if you already have a job lined up, transition directly to a skilled worker residence permit.
Long-Term Possibilities
If you play your cards right, this educational path can lead to permanent residence after just three years of working in Germany. That's a pretty solid foundation for your future.
The Reality
The application process can be tricky, and each type of educational permit has different requirements. Plus dealing with visa authorities and navigating German bureaucracy isn't exactly fun when you're trying to focus on your studies.
Where I come in
I help you figure out which permit fits your goals, make sure your application is complete and handle any legal questions that come up along the way.
With the right approach from the start, your time studying or training in Germany can set you up for a successful career and life here.
After Graduation:
What Residence Permit is Next?
Your Future in Germany Starts After Graduation
If you’ve studied in Germany or completed a vocational training, you’ve already taken a great step toward building a long-term future here. After completing your training, you are entitled to stay for 18 months to search for a job that matches your qualifications.
During that time, if you find suitable employment, you can switch to a work-based residence permit or an EU Blue Card - often with a quick turnaround. Germany encourages international graduates to stay, and your time here is a strong advantage when applying for long-term residence later.
If you graduated abroad, don’t worry - you may still qualify for job-seeker visas or direct employment-based permits, provided your degree is recognised and you meet the salary or skill criteria.
I’ll help you plan ahead during your studies or transition period, so there’s no gap in your legal status and no missed opportunities.