Residence permit to carry out a qualification measure

You can obtain a residence permit to undertake a qualification measure if a recognition procedure has been carried out at a body responsible for the recognition of professional qualifications in Germany and the recognition body has determined that the qualification measures are necessary for the
- the recognition of your professional qualification (determination of equivalence to a domestic professional qualification) or
- for the granting of a license to practice the profession (access to the profession)
are required.
Qualification measures include adaptation and compensation measures in theoretical and practical form (internships in companies, theoretical courses, mixed forms), preparatory courses for examinations and language courses.
The residence permit for the recognition of foreign professional qualifications is a temporary residence permit. It is issued for the duration of the qualification measure, but for a maximum of 18 months.
With your residence permit to exercise foreign professional qualifications, you are allowed to work up to 10 hours per week independently of the qualification measure.

- Valid passport
- Current biometric photo
- Visa, if required
- Deficiency notice from the recognition office
- Proof of at least sufficient German language skills at level A 2
- Proof of the intended qualification measure, further training plan if applicable
- Proof of livelihood
- Tenancy agreement
- Proof of your health insurance

Issuing a residence permit: EUR 100.00

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

- You should apply for a residence permit at least eight weeks before your valid visa expires.
- Objection period: 1 month