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Holders of the German Blue Card (Blaue Karte EU) who subsequently obtain permanent residency (Niederlassungserlaubnis) may retain certain privileges. Specifically, the duration of permitted absence from Germany can be extended to 12 months, compared to the standard 6 months for general permanent residency. This is often tied to the specific paragraph under which the permanent residency was granted, particularly if it's based on the Blue Card (§18c Abs. 2 Satz 1). In some cases, the permanent residency card may indicate the prior Blue Card status, facilitating family reunification (e.g., bringing parents for permanent residency or a spouse for a residence permit without mandatory German language skills). However, this specific benefit for parents may be time-limited and applicable to permanent residency obtained after March 2024. Verification of these rights should be sought from the local Aliens Authority (Ausländerbehörde, ABH).

The Au-Pair visa for Germany is a viable option. One applicant successfully applied in Moscow in mid-January and received approval within a month in March.

To obtain a long-term (e.g., one-year) Schengen visa for Germany based on a family invitation, a history of previous successful visa applications via the same inviting relative within the last two years is beneficial. Factors such as the closeness of kinship and travel tickets are also considered. Multiple prior invitations from the same relative can strengthen the application.

Visa expert services can assist with preparing documentation for visa applications to Germany, including invitations or tourism. Services may include case assessment, document preparation according to consulate requirements, booking real flight tickets and hotels for applications, and scheduling appointments at consulates or visa centers. They also offer travel insurance.

For a student visa to Germany, if a non-citizen resident (e.g., a long-term resident) wishes to provide financial guarantee, they can issue a 'Verpflichtungserklärung' (declaration of commitment) for 'study' purposes at their local Foreigners' Office (Ausländerbehörde). This eliminates the requirement for the applicant to have a blocked bank account.

When traveling from Russia to Germany with dual Ukrainian and Russian citizenship, you will depart Russia using your Russian international passport. For entry into Germany, it is generally recommended to use your Ukrainian biometric passport due to the visa-free regime for Ukrainian citizens. Always verify the latest entry requirements with the official German visa or immigration authorities, as regulations can change.

German Schengen visa requirements: A formal sponsorship declaration (Verpflichtungserklärung) from the Ausländerbehörde is mandatory if no other proof of financial stability is provided. Bank statements from third-party countries are not accepted without a valid residence permit (Aufenthaltstitel) for that specific country. When applying via another Schengen country, the applicant must ensure that the primary duration of the trip is spent in the issuing country.

Applicants can generally reapply for a German family reunification visa if their previous visa expired or was not fully utilized due to unforeseen circumstances (e.g., medical operation). Key points for reapplying include: 1. You will likely need to resubmit all documents, especially if any have expired. 2. It is advisable to deregister from the German address if you leave the country and keep proof of the reason for not completing the initial relocation (e.g., medical records).

When traveling to a Schengen country (e.g., Germany) with a single-entry Schengen visa issued by another country (e.g., Austria), especially after the visa has been 'rolled' (used for its primary purpose in the issuing country), border guards typically focus on whether the travel plans align with the visa's purpose. However, some airlines, particularly Turkish carriers, have been known to refuse boarding to passengers with single-entry Schengen visas if their flight destination is not the issuing country of the visa. To mitigate risks, travelers should carry comprehensive documentation including hotel bookings, European travel insurance, and return tickets to clearly demonstrate their itinerary and compliance with visa rules.

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When applying for a German visa, the entry dates specified during the appointment booking process are not definitive. It is permissible to indicate new, adjusted entry dates on the actual visa application form (Ankeite) when submitting documents.

While a Greek Schengen visa permits free movement within the Schengen Area, including Germany, it should primarily be used for visiting Greece or as the country of first entry if travel plans involve multiple Schengen states for equal duration. Using a Greek visa predominantly to visit another Schengen country like Germany, especially if Greece is not the main destination, can be considered 'visa misuse'. This may lead to difficulties in future visa applications (e.g., increased scrutiny, refusal) from any Schengen country, as consulates track visa usage.

Holders of a one-year multi-entry German visa can travel freely within the Schengen zone. Traveling to Finland from another Schengen country, even with a Russian passport and clear tourist intent, should not pose an issue, provided the visa does not contain specific restrictions against certain countries. Departures should ideally be from Germany or another Schengen country.

According to §32(2) of the German Residence Act (Aufenthaltsgesetz), minors under 18 joining a parent who holds a Blue Card (Blaue Karte EU) are exempt from German language certificate requirements. While embassies process visas based on this federal law, local foreign registration offices (Ausländerbehörde) may sometimes interpret rules differently, so keeping a copy of the specific legal clause is recommended.

A user applied for a family reunion visa on January 30th, but has not received a response from the ABH (Federal Office for Migration and Refugees). They received a message from the BVA (Federal Office of Administration) stating that their application is not yet in the system and has not been forwarded by the embassy/consulate. The user has provided requested documents (passport copy, residence permit, university documents, housing proof, blocked account confirmation, bank statements, health insurance). The system should advise the user to: 1. Contact the embassy/consulate directly for an update, noting specific contact hours if known (e.g., Wednesday 10:00-12:00 Moscow time). 2. Understand that a delay in processing is possible and the lack of system entry doesn't necessarily mean the application is permanently stalled, but persistent follow-up is needed. 3. Check if emails are being responded to and confirm the correct phone number. 4. Be aware that the documents requested might have been a prerequisite for the ABH to formally process the application.