Residence permit for general school attendance

As a rule, you can only receive a residence permit for general school attendance from the 9th grade onwards. In exceptional cases, the residence permit can also be issued for attendance at a lower grade level.

The residence permit for general school attendance is a temporary residence permit. It is issued for the duration of school attendance.

During the period of residence for school attendance, a change of purpose of residence is generally only possible in cases of entitlement to the issue of another residence title.

• Valid passport
• Current biometric photo
• Visa, if required
• Proof of means of subsistence (e.g., blocked account at a bank, declaration by parents that they will ensure their means of subsistence for the duration of school attendance, including proof of income, submission of a declaration of commitment by a third party)
• Proof of health insurance
• Proof of school attendance in Germany (e.g. by submitting a certificate from the school to be attended)
• If you have not yet reached the age of 18 - the consent of the person(s) entitled to personal care for the planned stay in Germany.

Issuing a residence permit: EUR 100.00

Under certain conditions, a fee reduction or fee exemption may be possible.

• The residence permit should be applied for at least eight weeks before your valid visa expires.
• The residence permit is issued for a limited period. Its validity depends on the duration of your school attendance.
• Objection period: 1 month