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EU Blue Card to Settlement Permit and Parental Leave

I am unable to find concrete information on this. Does taking full parental leave "pause" the 27 months countdown to apply for permanent residency?
If so, can I just pay in to pension myself and keep it going instead of pausing?

I do not want to delay my application of PR (when 27 months are done) but at the same time, I'm expecting a child and I do not want to work at this critical time instead of taking care of the mother and child.

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Barbara__Community_Manager

Hi @red , thank you for your question and congratulations on your expected child. We have forwarded your question to our expert. As soon as we receive a response, we will let you know. Best Barbara

red

hi. any update?

My_Community_Managerin

Dear @red unfortunately, our consultant is on vacation. We will get back to you as soon as we receive an answer!

My_Community_Managerin

Dear @red after our consultation with our advisor, she explained that unfortunately it is not possible to pay pension contributions on your own. The advantage of applying for an earlier permanent residency with a Blue Card is only available if you are actually employed for the full 27 months. You may, however, consider the regular skilled worker requirements (36 months of social security contributions). Your parental leave might can count into this time. Nevertheless, this is something that should be clarified directly with your responsible pension insurance authority.

I am sorry that there are no better news. We wish you and your child all the best. In case you have further questions, please feel free to get back to us.

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