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Getting Residency In Germany<\/strong><\/h2>\n

I have learned something from the high number of Americans who contact me inquiring about obtaining a second passport or looking for a place to retire outside of the United States – everybody has a different opinion about what they are looking for. Some are budget travelers, some want the Caribbean lifestyle, and others want first first living in the home of their ancestors. With that in mind, here\u2019s how to get residency in Germany. <\/span><\/p>\n

If you ask me I would not mind spending my remaining years in a beach in the Caribbean or in Mexico, but some Americans would get tired of that. Some are looking for a complete change of lifestyle and are looking into Europe. Germany does not come to mind as a place to retire or start a business. <\/span><\/p>\n

There is a lot of fantastic options in Europe that can appease your every need. Europe is extremely diverse and you will see that just one hour away you can be in a completely different environment, both culturally and geographically. <\/span><\/p>\n

One country that might not be the cheapest on the list, but is a haven for foreign investors right now is Germany. Germany is one of the most developed countries in the world, and many Americans are choosing to live there for many diverse reasons.<\/span><\/p>\n

The first step into becoming a permanent resident of Germany is obtaining the temporary resident visa. Ig you have a specific purpose to be in Germany then they will grant you one, this is valid for one year but can be easily extended. <\/span><\/p>\n

The most common specific purposes that foreigners use to obtain the temporary resident visa are, employment based, marriage, and through a student visa application. It is important to keep renewing your temporary resident visa or you will be asked to leave. <\/span><\/p>\n

The important thing about becoming a permanent resident in Germany is determining your situation, or what is the reason that you are in Germany in the first place. If your situation does not change then you can continue living in Germany without any problem. Renewing your residency is not a problem if your situation does not change. <\/span><\/p>\n

Your best option to work in Germany is the EU Blue card. The EU Blue Card is a visa reserved for highly skilled employees. You need to have a strong background on a subject complemented by an education from a renowned school. <\/span><\/p>\n

The documents that you will need to apply for a German residency include:<\/span><\/p>\n